Honey-Chipotle Salmon with Cauliflower Rice Pilaf

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This sweet and spicy glazed salmon is sure to satisfy anyone at your table. Swapping in cauliflower rice for traditional rice not only sneaks in a serving of vegetables, it also saves time, as it takes just minutes to cook.

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Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD
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Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands.

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Honey-Chipotle Salmon with Cauliflower Rice Pilaf
Photo: Jennifer Causey
Active Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pounds skin-on wild salmon, cut into 4 pieces

  • ½ teaspoon salt, divided

  • 2 teaspoons chopped chipotle in adobo sauce

  • 2 teaspoons honey

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)

  • ½ cup frozen diced carrots and peas

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • ¼ cup sliced almonds

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.

  2. Place salmon on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down, and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt. Combine chipotle and honey in a small bowl and brush on the salmon. Bake until the salmon flakes easily with a fork, 6 to 12 minutes depending on thickness.

  3. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower rice and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and hot, about 3 minutes. Add carrots and peas and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in almonds, cilantro, Parmesan, lime juice and the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt. Serve the salmon with the pilaf.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, January / February 2021

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

370 Calories
20g Fat
12g Carbs
34g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 4 oz. salmon & 1 cup pilaf
Calories 370
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 34g 68%
Total Fat 20g 26%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 71mg 24%
Sodium 497mg 22%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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