Strawberries aren’t just for dessert

Two foods that make me think of summer are strawberries and salmon. Both are usually on sale this time of year, and both are low in Weight Watchers POINTS. 1 oz. of salmon is equal to 1 POINT and 1 cup of strawberries is 1 POINT. While salmon is a good source of Omega-3, strawberries are full of anti-oxidants and fiber.

So why not combine the two for a low POINTS, highly nutritious dinner?

Grilled Salmon with Strawberry Ginger Salsa
(serves 4)

Ingredients:

• 1 pint strawberries, hulled and coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves
• 4 skinless salmon filets, 6 ounces each
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Mix strawberries, onion, lime juice, ginger, and honey in small bowl. Set aside for flavors to combine.
2. Place a ridged grill pan over medium high heat. Oil salmon with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Grill 5 minutes on one side, turn, and grill 4 additional minutes. Transfer to serving platter.
4. Add basil and cilantro to strawberry mixture. Spoon over salmon.

Weight Watchers POINTS per cooked filet = 7 POINTS

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Posted on June 25, 2008 in Fish,Health,Recipes,Weight Watchers

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