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IRISH ORGANIC SALMON WITH PAPAYA & CAPER SALSA

from Chef Patrick Martin, longtime chef to Britain's Royal Family
Salmon:
Ingredients:
1 lb. Skinless Irish Organic Salmon filets, cut into 4 equal serving pieces
fresh squeezed lemon juice
salt and pepper
olive oil
 
Directions:
Rub a little olive oil on the bottoms of salmon and place on a baking tray.

Lightly season tops of salmon with salt, pepper, and a little lemon juice. Set aside.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  (Cooking instructions below.)

(Note: This is the only certified organic salmon in the world right now. The taste is absolutely incredible. To find out more about Clare Island Organic Salmon, you may contact them at emeraldisletrading@cox.net. or call their U.S. offices, 858-756-8521.)

Salsa:
Ingredients:
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
4 tablespoons chopped red onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon capers
1 fresh papaya, peeled, seeded, and diced into 1/4-1/2 inch pieces
1 cup peeled, seeded, and diced tomatoes (about two tomatoes)
1 small fresh red chili pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1or 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups mixed lettuce, or baby lettuce
Directions:
In a medium bowl, gently mix all ingredients, except lettuce. Ensure all ingredients are evenly dispersed and set aside until serving time, at least 5 to 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend.

In the meantime, place salmon in center of oven. Lower temperature to 375 degrees. Bake for 3-4 minutes without turning, until fish is just opaque in the thickest part.

In a small bowl or cup, whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, and a bit of a salt and pepper. After dividing lettuce onto four plates, drizzle this mixture over, add a portion of salmon, then top with salsa. This recipe is heavenly with incredible flavor and color!