Smokey Spiced Rubbed Salmon with Corn and Bean Salad

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Smoky Spice Rubbed Grilled Salmon with Black Beans and Corn

Adapted from Skinnytaste.com 
Servings: 4 • Size: 1 salmon fillet, 2/3 cup veg • Old Points: 8 pts • Points+: 10 pt
Calories: 399 • Fat: 8.7 g • Carb: 41.3 g • Fiber: 8.2 g • Protein: 45.4 g • Sugar: 6.7 g
Sodium: 824.5 mg (without salt)

Ingredients:

For the salmon:

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 3/4 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp chipotle powder
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp unsweetened dark cocoa powder
  • 1 lime, juice of
  • 2 (6 oz)  salmon fillets
  • olive oil spray
  • lime wedges for serving

For the black beans and corn:

  • 15.5 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups frozen corn kernels (fresh is fine)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, minced
  • 3 tbsp finely minced cilantro
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice
  • kosher salt to taste

Directions:

Combine all the spices in a small bowl. Squeeze lime juice over salmon then rub in the spices to completely coat; set aside to rest about 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté 2 minutes; add beans, corn and salt and cook until heated through, about 6 – 8 minutes. Remove from heat and toss in cilantro and lime juice.

Heat a slightly oiled grill pan over high heat. When hot, grill the salmon for about 5 minutes on each side or until the fish is opaque throughout. If your salmon has skin, cook skin side up first. Serve with black beans, corn and lime wedges.

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