Tropical Citrus-glazed Salmon Skewers – Serves 4

Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD

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Tropical Citrus-glazed Salmon Skewers
This skewer combination features a citrusy marinade for tender and grilled salmon. Cherry tomatoes and fresh pineapple add a burst of sweetness and tropical touch.
Serving Amount
Ingredients
  • 20 ounce salmon, cut into 1.5-inch cubes

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes

  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into 1.5 inch cubes

  • 14 cup olive oil

  • 1 Juice from lime

  • Juice and zest from ½ orange

  • 2 tbsp honey

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • Salt to taste

  • Metal or wood skewers

  • Spray oil

Instructions
  • Step 1

    If using wood skewers, soak at least 30 minutes before skewering ingredients on.

  • Step 2

    In a bowl, prepare marinade. Whisk together all ingredients except salmon, cherry tomatoes and pineapple.

  • Step 3

    In a gallon-sized zip bag or container, cover salmon, cherry tomatoes and pineapple with marinade. Marinate for 30 minutes and skewer ingredients.

  • Step 4

    Prepare grill grates with spray oil. On a hot grill, grill, flipping occasionally, until salmon reaches desired internal temperature. Salmon tastes great at 125 degrees F.

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