How to grill salmon, vegetables and pineapple

wild salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: farmed salmon

Trout is often more affordable and has a similar flavor profile.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

Introduce the dish and discuss the importance of healthy grilling.

Prepare a 4 oz piece of center cut salmon, skin off, and season with lemon juice.

Spray the salmon with a non-stick spray instead of using olive oil.

Season the salmon with sea salt and black pepper.

Prepare the herb blend using fresh chives, cilantro, oregano, flat leaf Italian parsley, and fresh basil.

Place the herb blend on top of the salmon after adding lemon juice.

Ensure the grill is hot by holding your hand over it and counting to five.

Place the salmon on the grill with the herb side facing the coals and listen for the sizzle.

Prepare vegetables by spraying them with non-stick spray and seasoning with salt and pepper.

Place yellow bell pepper, zucchini, red bell pepper, and asparagus on the grill.

Discuss the option of using frozen salmon and how to thaw it properly in the refrigerator overnight.

Prepare the pineapple by cutting off the top and bottom, then slicing around the sides to remove the skin.

Cut the pineapple into slices, removing the core, and prepare a marinade with honey, lime juice, and lime zest.

Marinate the pineapple for about an hour or overnight if possible.

Place the marinated pineapple on the grill for 3-4 minutes per inch.

Discuss flipping the salmon when it moves easily on the grill, indicating it's ready to be turned.

Suggest using firm fish like tuna, halibut, and scallops for grilling.

Encourage making colorful kebabs with family using metal skewers and various proteins.

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