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Tequila Salmon with Salad

Tequila Salmon with Salad

Citrus and cilantro make this a real Mexican-style treat. Just make the salad dressing, soak the salmon in the marinade, grill or broil it, and serve with the salad.

Serves 4

Marinade

1/3 cup fresh orange juice

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or Vital Choice Macadamia Oil

3 tablespoons tequila

1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper, with seeds

1 teaspoon granulated garlic

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 teaspoon ground cumin

4 (6 oz each) Vital Choice salmon fillets

Dressing

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or Vital Choice Macadamia Oil

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

4 handfuls mixed salad greens (3 to 4 ounces)

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, divided

In a small bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients.

Place the salmon fillets in a large, resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade, place in a bowl, and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes.

In a large bowl whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside until ready to serve.

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