Grilled salmon with spinach, walnut and feta salad
Serves 2
550 calories
Salmon is a rich source of heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids that help to reduce inflammation in the body and increase levels of good (HDL) cholesterol.
Ingredients
2 skinless salmon fillets
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
Salad
100g baby leaf spinach
Small handful of dill
¼ small onion, finely sliced
80g pomegranate arils
30g walnuts, lightly crushed
2 tsp pumpkin seeds, toasted
25g feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing
½ lemon, juiced
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp honey
¼ tsp allspice
Small pinch of smoked paprika
½ small garlic clove, crushed
Pinch of sea salt
Method
- Heat 1 tsp of the oil in a small, non-stick pan and cook over a medium heat for 12 minutes, turning once.
- Once the salmon is cooked set to one side and prepare the salad. Add the spinach, onion, pomegranate, walnuts, pumpkin seeds and feta to a medium-sized bowl with the oil and lemon juice then toss gently.
- Add the dressing ingredients to a small bowl and whisk using a fork to combine well.
- Dress the salad.
- Serve the grilled salmon with a large handful of salad.