These marinated salmon bites are a breeze to prepare and guaranteed to be a hit at your next gathering. The zesty lemon marinade with a hint of garlic creates a flavorful and light dish perfect as an appetizer or main course. Pink peppercorns add a subtle floral spice, but black pepper can be substituted (use ¼ teaspoon instead).
Versatile & Delicious:
- Serve the bites with toothpicks and a creamy dipping sauce for easy grabbing.
- Make it a meal by serving them over a bed of brown rice.
- Leftovers can be repurposed: top a green salad, or create a quick sandwich by stuffing them into pita bread with lettuce and tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pink peppercorns (or ¼ teaspoon black pepper)
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1 pound center-cut salmon fillet, skinned and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium lemon, cut into 8 wedges (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions:
- Marinate for Flavor: In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, juice, oil, garlic, pepper, and ¾ teaspoon salt until well combined (about 30 seconds). Add the salmon pieces and toss to coat evenly. Let them marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes, uncovered.
- Broil to Perfection: Preheat your broiler and position the rack 4 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with foil. Arrange the marinated salmon pieces in a single layer on the prepared sheet and drizzle with the remaining marinade. Sprinkle with the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt. You can also add lemon wedges to the baking sheet at this point.
- Broil and Serve: Broil the salmon for 5-7 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest piece reaches 145°F.
- Plate and Enjoy: Carefully transfer the salmon bites to a serving platter using tongs. If using, squeeze the broiled lemon wedges over the salmon and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Feel free to garnish with additional ground pepper for an extra kick.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 152
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 12g
- Protein: 13g
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