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Eat Clean Honey-Lime Salmon + Tangy Cabbage

Honey-Lime Salmon + Tangy Cabbage Recipe

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Ingredients 

  • 4, 5 oz salmon filets with skin-on
  • 2 fresh limes, juice and zest
  • 2 Tbsps raw honey
  • 2 Tbsps melted clarified butter, ghee, or coconut oil
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
  • sea salt and pepper to your taste
  • 1 small head of red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 small head of green cabbage
  • 1 red chili, thinly diced
  • 1 fresh lemon, sliced, to garnish

For the Vinaigrette:

  • 4 Tbsps freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 2 Tbsps freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 4 Tbsps raw honey
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • sea salt and pepper to your taste

Instructions 

  • Place melted butter or coconut oil, lime juice, honey, lime zest, and seasonings (cayenne pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt & pepper) in a medium size Ziploc bag and mix until well incorporated. Add the salmon filets and gently rub the marinade over the salmon.
  • Close the bag and marinate it in the refrigerator for 2-6 hours.
  • When ready to serve, preheat the oven to 425 degrees f.
  • Cover a baking sheet with foil or parchment and spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Remove the salmon from the marinade and place, skin-side down, on the baking sheet.
  • Roast for about 15-20 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped cabbage, chili's and vinaigrette. Mix well.
  • Place the mixed cabbage salad in serving dishes and place the cooked salmon on top.
  • Add lemon slices and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
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