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Spiced Citrus Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Cilantro-Lime Rice

2023-10-26 - Written by: Amelia Beaumont

Salmon Citrus Sweet Potato Rice Cilantro Lime Healthy Dinner

Spiced Citrus Glazed Salmon with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Cilantro-Lime Rice

This vibrant dish features a beautifully glazed salmon fillet, sweet and savory roasted sweet potatoes, and fragrant cilantro-lime rice. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures for a healthy and delicious meal.

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs salmon fillets
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
  2. While sweet potatoes are roasting, combine rice, 2 cups water, and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Place salmon fillets in a lightly greased baking dish. Pour glaze over the salmon, ensuring even coverage.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Stir cilantro into the cooked rice. Serve salmon alongside roasted sweet potatoes and cilantro-lime rice.