Take an evening stroll around your neighborhood during the height of summer and you’re likely to be tantalized with the smells of grilled goodies.
The temperature is rising and the grills are out in full force so why not join the masses by whipping up the following simple, delicious and nutritious recipes.
Both match a version of fruit salsa to a type of grilled meat-—either chicken or salmon. The chilled fruit creations add a refreshing zing to the hot meat and they are an effective means by which you can get your kids to eat fruit at dinnertime.
Grilled Chicken with Tropical Fruit Salsa
Ingredients for Salsa:
1 peeled, segmented navel orange, diced
1/2 cup diced pineapple (you could use cantaloupe to substitute)
1/2 cup diced papaya
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons seeded, minced serrano chile (about 2 chilies)
1/2 cup diced red onion
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or mint
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
Pinch of sugar
Other Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Olive oil
Salt
Pepper
Directions:
Combine all salsa ingredients and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 6 hours.
Preheat grill to medium-high.
Brush chicken breasts with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Grill, turning once, until done, about 8 minutes per side.
Spoon salsa over chicken.
Makes 4 servings.
Grilled Salmon with Citrus Salsa
Ingredients for Salsa:
1 peeled, segmented navel orange
2 peeled, segmented lemons
2 teaspoons seeded Serrano chili, minced (about 2 chilies)
3/4 cup canned tomatillos, diced
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon fresh oregano or basil, minced
Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Other Ingredients:
3 lbs. fresh salmon fillets (skinless)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Kosher salt and black pepper
Directions for Salsa:
Roughly chop orange and lemon segments. Retain all of the juice that accumulates when you are peeling and chopping the citrus.
Combine all ingredients, including citrus juices, and toss. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Directions for Salmon:
Combine oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Brush fish with oil mixture to coat.
Gill over medium-high heat, turning once, until firm, about 8 minutes.
Top salmon with salsa before serving.
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