Ingredients:
For the salmon:
- 4 (6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the cauliflower rice:
- 1 head of cauliflower, riced (or store-bought pre-riced cauliflower)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
1. Prepare the marinade:
- Whisk maple syrup, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour most of the marinade over them (reserve some for basting later). Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
2. Make the cauliflower rice:
- If not using pre-riced cauliflower, cut the head into florets. Then pulse the florets in a food processor until they resemble rice.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add the cauliflower rice, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
- If desired, stir in fresh parsley before serving.
3. Grill the salmon:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400-450°F).
- Remove the salmon from the marinade and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Grill the salmon, skin-side down, for 4-6 minutes. Use a spatula to carefully flip, and grill for another 4-6 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Baste occasionally with the reserved marinade during grilling.
4. Serve:
- Portion out the cauliflower rice on plates.
- Place a grilled salmon fillet on top of the cauliflower rice.
Tips:
- No grill? No problem! You can bake the salmon in an oven preheated to 400°F for 12-15 minutes.
- Spice it up: Add spices like cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the marinade.
- Make it creamy: Stir in a bit of cream cheese or sour cream to your cauliflower rice for added richness.
- Flavor variations: Experiment with other marinades like teriyaki, soy-ginger, or a simple herb and oil combination.
Enjoy this delicious and healthy meal!
