Spiced Salmon with Roasted Pineapple Salsa

Ingredients:

• 2 (6 oz) Salmon fillets
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 ripe pineapple, cored and diced
• ½ red onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, juiced

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until pineapple is tender and slightly caramelized.
2. While the salsa roasts, pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with cumin, paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper.
3. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Sear salmon for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.
5. To assemble: Place roasted pineapple salsa on top of each cooked salmon fillet. Squeeze lime juice over the salsa.
6. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.