Recipe: Citrus Salmon with Orange-Thyme Relish

CITRUS SALMON WITH ORANGE-THYME RELISH
"Fresh oranges and ground ginger pair to make a bold and nutrient-packed accompaniment to salmon fillets. Serve this antioxidant-rich relish with any kind of fish, or with shrimp or scallops."



1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick Thyme Leaves, divided use
4 salmon fillets (about 1 pound)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
Orange-Thyme Relish (recipe follows)

Mix orange juice, oil and 1 teaspoon of the thyme in small bowl. Place salmon in large resealable plastic bag or glass dish. Add marinade; turn to coat well. Refrigerate 30 minutes or longer for extra flavor.

Mix brown sugar, paprika, remaining 1/2 teaspoon thyme and salt in small bowl.

Remove salmon from marinade. Discard any remaining marinade. Rub salmon evenly with paprika mixture. Place salmon on foil-lined baking pan.

Bake in preheated 400 degree F oven 10 to 15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Serve salmon with Orange-Thyme Relish.

ORANGE-THYME RELISH

1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 seedless oranges, peeled, sectioned and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons chopped red bell pepper
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Mix all ingredients for the relish together in medium bowl. Cover. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Makes 4 servings
Source: McCormick