Fish Prep

Salmon is not only good for health but it is high in omega 3 which is good for our body and mind. Salmon has also earned its reputation for one of the world’s healthiest foods. Not only is salmon a healthy food, it also taste delicious especially when well prepared. There are so many ways of preparing salmon dishes. In Japan, fresh salmon are even eaten raw. They call it "sashimi". It is a delicacy among the Japanese and now also in other parts of the world. Salmon can be made into patties, pan fried, grilled, oven- baked and so much more. Here’s a healthy salmon recipe you can whip up for your family and friends in less than an hour! 

Garlicky Broiled Salmon and Tomatoes

Serves 4

Hands-On Time: 10m

Total Time: 15m

Ingredients

• 4  6-ounce  pieces skinless salmon fillet
• 4  medium tomatoes, halved
• 2  tablespoons  olive oil
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 1/2  teaspoon  paprika
• 8  sprigs fresh thyme
• 4  cloves  garlic, sliced

Directions

1. Heat broiler. Place salmon and tomatoes, cut-side up, in a broilerproof roasting pan or on a rimmed baking sheet.

2. Drizzle with oil and season with ¾ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Sprinkle salmon with paprika. Scatter thyme and garlic over the top.

3. Broil until salmon is opaque throughout and tomatoes are tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

Tip

This simple preparation lends itself to a variety of fish. Try it with halibut or striped bass. 

Nutritional Information

Calories 377; Protein 42g; Carbohydrate 16g; Sugar 4g; Fiber 7g; Fat 17g; Sat Fat 3g; Calcium 200mg; Iron 9mg; Sodium 456mg; Cholesterol 107mg

Sources : http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/garlicky-broiled-salmon-tomatoes-00000000006891/index.html