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Grilled-Salmon Salad

This recipe is generally appropriate for individuals with diabetes mellitus. It includes a good balance of lean protein, vegetables, and healthy fats. However, individuals with diabetes should be mindful of portion sizes and the amount of oil used.

Adapted from Martha Stewart, by Martha Stewart Test Kitchen

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4servings
10ingredients
Grilled-Salmon Salad

Ingredients

  • 8 anchovies packed in olive oil, drained
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 3 tablespoons fresh juice
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 12 ounces very small new potatoes
  • 1 1/4 pounds skin-on salmon fillet (about 1 ¾ inches at thickest part)
  • 12 ounces sugar snap peas, trimmed
  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 cups watercress, trimmed

Method

  1. Mash anchovies with a spoon in a small bowl. Add mustard and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Cover potatoes with 2 inches water in a pot. Add 1 tablespoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until knife-tender, about 12 minutes. Drain. Let stand until cool enough to handle, then halve potatoes.12 min timer
  3. Heat grill to medium-high. Brush salmon lightly with oil, sprinkle with zest and remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Brush grill grates with oil, then place salmon on grill, skin-side down. Cook until skin is crisp and browned, about 6 minutes a side for medium-rare, 8 minutes a side for medium. Remove from grill.6 min timer
  4. Place a wire rack on grill (or use a vegetable grill basket). Toss snap peas with remaining 2 teaspoons oil, transfer to rack, and grill, tossing frequently with tongs, until charred in spots, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from grill.5 min timer
  5. Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently lower eggs into pot; simmer 8 minutes. Drain, then run under cold water to stop cooking; peel and halve.8 min timer
  6. Pour half of dressing into a serving bowl. Add potatoes; toss to coat. Add watercress and toss again. Flake salmon into large pieces; add to bowl. Top with eggs and peas and serve, with remaining dressing on the side.

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