Sweet Chili Salmon

Salmon is a fantastic source of omega-3s and astaxanthin — a powerful antioxidant that reduces oxidative stress caused by firefighting. It is also one of the highest quality proteins available.

Prep Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 lb salmon, fresh or frozen
  • 1 Tbsp seafood blend seasoning
  • 3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 6 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 lime, juiced

Directions

  1. Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel. Place skin side down on the pan or grill and sprinkle seasoning on top. Grill, bake, or air fry at 400°F for 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, and lime juice. Baste over salmon. Serve with rice and stir fry veggies.

Nutrition Facts Per serving

¼ salmon filet (4–6 oz) with 2 Tbsp sauce: 530 calories, 47g protein, 10g carbs, 30g fat

Serving Suggestions

Consider frozen stir fry vegetables to save preparation time.

About the Author

Megan Lautz, MS, RD, CSCS, TSAC-F is a Registered Dietitian and coach who specializes in firefighter nutrition. Megan's mission is to help firefighters perform better, recover faster, and enjoy long healthy retirements. Megan is the owner of RescueRD LLC, which provides nutrition seminars and coaching for tactical athletes across the country. Check out @Rescue.RD on Facebook and Instagram.

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