Cold Salmon with Raita

Extra Low Glycemic Recipe

Ingredients:

Serves 8

206 calories, 0 g carbohydrates, 28 g protein, 11 g fat
2 pounds salmon fillets (about 1 1⁄2 inches thick)
1-2 tbsp olive oil

Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Place salmon skin side down in ovenproof pan. Brush with olive oil. Roast uncovered until it flakes with a fork, about 25-30 minutes. Do not allow it to overcook.

Serve at room temperature. Make a day ahead and refrigerate, but bring to room temperature before serving. Serve topped with Raita or use in other salmon dishes.
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Raita: (yields 3 cups)
28 calories, 5 g carbohydrates, 2 g protein, 0.5 g fat
1/8 tsp. salt
1 cucumber, chopped into small dice
1 tomato, chopped into small dice
1 medium carrot, grated
1⁄4 cup chopped onion
1 cup plain, lowfat yogurt
2-3 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro or mint OR 1 tsp. ground cumin (optional)

In a mixing bowl, mix cucumbers, carrots, and tomatoes with salt and allow to sit for 15-30 minutes. Drain well. Combine with yogurt and optional ingredient, if desired, and chill for 20 minutes. Serve with salmon.