Honey Spice Rubbed Salmon

Two slices of salmon with rosemary and lemon

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons honey 
  • 3/4 teaspoon lemon peel 
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 1 teaspoon hot water 
  • 16 ounces salmon fillets 
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 3 cups arugula 

Preparation:

  1. Place honey, grated lemon peel, ground pepper, garlic powder, and hot water in a small bowl and whisk until blended. With gloved hands, rub mixture over salmon fillets.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spice-rubbed salmon fillets and cook 4 minutes. Carefully turn fillets with a spatula. 
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook an additional 4 to 6 minutes, until fish turns opaque throughout and flakes easily when tested with a fork. 
  4. Arrange 1/2-cup arugula on each plate. Place salmon fillet on top of arugula and serve. 

Helpful hints:

  • Purchase 4 salmon fillets, 4 ounces each. 
  • Serve with Cucumber Dill Salsa. (See recipe on DaVita.com)
  • Cook the salmon fillets on an outdoor grill if desired. 
  • For a low-protein diet, adjust portion according to your meal plan or consult with your dietitian.