BBQ Grilled Salmon with Creamy Mango Slaw
Prep: 20 minutes
Grill: 8 minutes • Serves: 4
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup thinly sliced green cabbage
1/2 cup thinly sliced mango
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves plus additional sprigs for garnish (optional)
4 skinless salmon fillets (about 1-1/4 pounds)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1-1/2 tablespoons maple barbeque rub
1.Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. In large bowl, whisk garlic, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt and black pepper; fold in bell pepper, onion, cabbage, mango and cilantro. Makes about 2 cups slaw.
2.Pat salmon dry with paper towel and brush with butter; sprinkle both sides with rub. Place salmon on hot grill rack; cover and cook 8 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°, turning once. Makes 4 salmon fillets.
3.Serve salmon over slaw garnished with cilantro, if desired.
Approximate nutritional values per serving (1 salmon fillet, 1/2 cup slaw):
411 Calories, 27g Fat (7g Saturated), 111mg Cholesterol, 470mg Sodium,
9g Carbohydrates, 1g Fiber, 6g Sugars, 2g Added Sugars, 33g Protein
Smart Swaps:
Make the slaw with yogurt-based dressing instead of mayonnaise for a lighter finish.
