🍍 Grilled Pineapple Salmon 🐟 A Tropical Twist on Dinner: Quick, Flavorful, and Perfect for Any Night of the Week! 🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️ - For the Pineapple Salsa: - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced - 1/2 tsp salt - Juice from one lime - 1/4 red onion, finely diced - 1 cup diced fresh pineapple - 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro - 1 jalapeno (seeds and ribs removed), minced - For the Pineapple Glaze: - 2 tsp sriracha - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced - 2 tbsp honey - 1 tbsp cornstarch - 5 garlic cloves, minced - 1/3 cup soy sauce - 1/4 cup pineapple juice - 2 oz lime juice (juice from one lime) - For Grilled Salmon: - 2 tsp cracked black pepper - 2 tbsp olive oil - 4 (4-6 ounce) salmon fillets - 2 tsp kosher salt 🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳 1. Prepare the Pineapple Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeno, red bell pepper, lime juice, and salt. Adjust the seasoning as necessary. Set aside. 2. Make the Pineapple Glaze: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch, soy sauce, pineapple juice, lime juice, honey, sriracha, garlic, and ginger. Transfer to a saucepan and warm over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, whisking until slightly thickened. Keep warm. 3. Grill the Salmon: Heat grill to 450-550°F (230-290°C). Clean grates and pat salmon dry. Brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place skin-side down on the grill. Close lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, flip, and grill for another 2 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C). Let rest for 3-5 minutes. 4. Serve: Drizzle or brush salmon with pineapple glaze, top with salsa, and serve immediately. 🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎 - Calories: 350 kcal per serving - Carbohydrates: 18g - Protein: 23g - Fat: 18g - Sodium: 870mg - Sugars: 12g 💡 Tips and Tricks 💡 - Grill Mastery: Ensure your grill is properly preheated to prevent the salmon from sticking and to get a nice sear. - Glaze Variations: Feel free to adjust the spice level in the glaze by increasing or decreasing the amount of sriracha. ⏳ Preparation time ⏳ Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes | Serving: 4-6 portions