Garlic-Crusted Salmon with Tomato-Cilantro Relish

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This garlic-crusted salmon with fresh tomato-cilantro relish is light, delicious and quick: the perfect mid-week meal. Pour a glass of the new World Vineyard Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc for the perfect pairing. Serves 4.

Garlic-Crusted Salmon

Ingredients:

4 skinless salmon fillets

2 garlic cloves, minced

½ tsp sea salt

½ tsp cracked white pepper

½ tsp paprika

1 tsp lemon juice

1 tbsp olive oil

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Whisk garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, lemon juice and olive oil together in a small bowl. Place the salmon fillets on lined baking sheet and rub evenly with the garlic oil mixture. Let marinate for 35 minutes. Broil 8-9 minutes until a golden-brown crust forms, but fillet is still moist and flaky inside.

Tomato-Cilantro Relish

Ingredients:

½ cup diced fresh tomatoes

2 garlic cloves, minced

1.5 tsp lemon zest

2 tsp lemon juice

¼ tsp sea salt

Pinch fresh pepper

¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tsp olive oil

Preparation:Mix all ingredients, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve with the salmon.