Bagel seasoning perfect for salmon

I was looking for a simple way to spice up salmon fillets and a bottle of everything bagel seasoning on my spice shelf smiled up at me. The spices are a perfect addition to the rich salmon. It’s more than just for bagels now and is becoming a favorite spice for many different recipes.

By the way, I had some leftover salmon in the fridge, and it tasted great at room temperature the next day. You can make it in advance or make extra for another dinner.

To complete the meal, serve a bag of washed, ready-to-eat salad.

HELPFUL HINTS:

• Everything bagel seasoning can be found in the spice section of the market.
• You can sprinkle leftover spice on cooked vegetables, in rice or try it on a grilled cheese sandwich.

Everything Bagel Savory Salmon

Yield 2 servings. Recipe by Linda Gassenheimer

Olive oil spray

2, 6-ounce salmon fillets

2 teaspoons olive oil

1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Heat a medium-size nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and spray with olive oil spray. Add the salmon fillet, skin side up. Cover with a lid and saute 4 minutes. Turn salmon over and spoon the olive oil over the top. Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning evenly over the salmon. Cover and cook for 2 minutes. When a knife is inserted, the flesh should be opaque, not translucent. Do not overcook. A meat thermometer should read 155 degrees.

Per serving: 360 calories (49 percent from fat), 19.7 g fat (39 g saturated, 9.2 g monounsaturated), 87 mg cholesterol, 39.2 g protein, 3.5 g carbohydrates, no fiber, 470 mg sodium.

Cucumber and Brown Rice

Yield 2 servings. Recipe by Linda Gassenheimer

1 package microwaveable brown rice to make 11/2-cups cooked

2 teaspoons olive oil

1/2 cup cucumber, washed and cut into ¼-inch cubes with skin left on

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Microwave rice according to package instructions. Measure 11/2-cups and save any leftover for another meal. Add oil, cucumber and salt and pepper to taste. Toss well.

Per serving: 230 calories (24 percent from fat), 6.0 g fat (1.0 g saturated, 2.7 g monounsaturated), no cholesterol, 4.3 g protein, 39.4 g carbohydrates, 2.6 g fiber, 7 mg sodium.