Lemon Dill Salmon with Corn and Tomato Relish (02.14.13)

by Jennifer Burns, Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute

• 4 (4-ounce) salmon fillets
• 1 lemon, juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
• Olive oil cooking spray
• 2 cups corn
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 green or red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 packet Stevia natural sweetener
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh basil or cilantro, chopped

In a medium bowl, mix together the corn, tomatoes, green or red pepper. In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, stevia, ¼ teaspoon of the salt and pepper. Stir in olive oil, vinegar. Pour over the corn relish; mix well. Stir in the basil or cilantro. Set aside.

Meanwhile, lightly coat both sides of salmon fillets with the lemon and dill; season with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place fillets skin side down, and grill 3–4 minutes or until golden brown. Flip fillets, and grill for 3 more minutes. Fish should feel slightly firm in the center and will register 145° on an instant-read thermometer. Place salmon onto each of 4 plates, and spoon relish over top. Serve immediately.