MEXICAN GRILLED SALMON

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Lime juice adds a little spark to a pesto-like mixture that coats salmon fillets. I prepare this recipe all year long.-Rosalind Pope, Greensboro, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1 small jalapeno pepper, halved and seeded
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon tomato sauce
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
Salsa and lime slices, optional

Steps:

  • Place the first five ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. Add the lime juice, sugar, tomato sauce and lime zest; cover and process until blended., Transfer to a large bowl. Add the salmon; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes., Drain and discard marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack. Place salmon skin side down; grill, covered, over medium heat for 10-14 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with salsa and lime slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein.

lilymae doxey
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This recipe is a great way to cook salmon! The marinade is simple to make and gives the salmon a delicious flavor. The grilled vegetables are also a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Dilawar Iqbal
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the marinade was so flavorful. The grilled vegetables were also a hit. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Tanveer Manir
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This dish is easy to make and turned out great! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the marinade gave it a wonderful flavor. The grilled vegetables were also very tasty. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Albert Cortellesso
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the marinade gives it a wonderful flavor. The grilled vegetables are also very tasty. I love the chipotle mayonnaise too. It's a great way to add a l


mthokozisi sithole
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This is one of my favorite salmon recipes! The salmon is always moist and flavorful, and the grilled vegetables are a perfect complement. The chipotle mayonnaise is also a great way to add a little bit of spice to the dish. I highly recommend this re


narayan nath
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This recipe is a great way to cook salmon! The marinade is simple to make and gives the salmon a delicious flavor. The grilled vegetables are also a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Relax80 Algo
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I'm not a big fan of salmon, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the marinade gave it a wonderful flavor. The grilled vegetables were also very tasty. I will definitely be making this rec


Blouch Laghari
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the marinade was so flavorful. The grilled vegetables were also a hit. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Dominque Christian
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the marinade gave it a wonderful flavor. The grilled vegetables were also very tasty. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Michelle King
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The salmon is always moist and flavorful, and the grilled vegetables are a great addition. I love the chipotle mayonnaise too. It's a great way to add a little bit of heat to the dish.


Nizamwali Wali
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This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was moist and flavorful, and the grilled vegetables were perfectly cooked. The chipotle mayonnaise added a nice touch of spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Synesio Pop
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I love this recipe! The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the marinade is so flavorful. The grilled vegetables are a great addition too. I highly recommend this recipe.


Saqib Baghoor
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Absolutely delicious! The salmon was cooked to perfection and the marinade gave it a wonderful flavor. The grilled vegetables were also very tasty. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Monica Young
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This dish was a hit with my family! The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the grilled vegetables were delicious. The chipotle mayonnaise was a great finishing touch.


Aynaz Rad
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I'm not a big fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade made the salmon so moist and tender, and the grilled veggies were a great addition. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sh M
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Delicious! The salmon was moist and flavorful, and the grilled vegetables were a perfect complement. I especially liked the hint of lime in the marinade.


Nerob Via
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I wasn't sure about the chipotle mayonnaise, but I'm glad I tried it. It added a nice smoky flavor to the salmon. Will definitely make this again.


Xolane Sediela
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Two thumbs up! The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the marinade gave it a wonderful flavor. I also loved the grilled veggies. A definite keeper!


Christos Pro
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This salmon dish is a total fiesta in my mouth! The flavors are so vibrant and alive, it's like a party in my taste buds. I can't wait to make it again!