Archive for the ‘Seafood/Fish’ Category

Honey Grilled Salmon with Citrus Salsa Verde

I am always looking for easy, light dishes, and this one is amazing. The citrus salsa verde makes the dish come to life with the combination of sweet from the oranges and salty from the capers. I used salmon, but you could could easily substitute halibut or scallops as well.
For the Citrus Salsa [...]

Broiled Salmon with Lemon Vodka Cream Sauce

This is a decedent dish that is very easy to make.  It great for a dinner party or special occasion dinner.
Preheat oven to broil.  Generously brush four salmon fillets (about 1-1 1/2 pounds) with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place on a baking sheet.  Place in oven and bake for about 10-15 [...]

Jen’s Roasted Vegetable Orzo Salad

My family and I just attended a family reunion and we had some wonderful food.  My favorite dish was the orzo salad.  The orzo and roasted vegetables made an excellent side dish to the steak and smoked pork that was served.  It is the perfect side dish for a large gathering because it can be [...]

Seared Scallops with Tomato, Spinach and Mushroom Salsa

I love scallops and this is a great way to prepare them.  It’s a simple recipe and very fresh taste.  You can make these scallops as a starter course or as the main course.

In a small bowl, combine:
20 grape or cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
In a [...]

Tina’s Feta Cheese and Spinach Rice

My friend Tina, who is an amazing cook, just sent me this wonderful recipe for feta cheese and spinach rice.  It is a very easy recipe but is so flavorful and full of great vegetables.  Since this dish has a Mediterranean flair because of the feta cheese, spinach, and tomatoes, this is a great side [...]