Diabetic Recipes

Grilled Salmon with Papaya-Kiwi Relish


(makes 4 servings)

1 1/4 pounds (600 g) salmon fillets, cut about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick
refrigerated butter-flavored cooking spray
Papaya Kiwi Relish
1 10-ounce (300 g) papaya, seeded, peeled and diced
1 2-ounce ( 60 g) kiwi, peeled, chopped
2 scallions, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 jalapeño chile pepper, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons (12 g) chopped fresh mint
  1. Preheat broiler or grill.
  2. In a bowl, combine the papaya, kiwi, scallions, garlic, chile, and mint. Set aside at room temperature until ready to serve.
  3. Lightly coat fillets with cooking spray and broil or grill about 4 minutes per side, turning once, until cooked through.
  4. Place salmon on serving plates. Top each piece with 2 tablespoons relish.
Per serving: 236 calories (36% calories from fat), 29 g protein, 9 g total fat (1.4 g saturated fat), 8 g carboyratte, 2 g dietary fiber, 80 mg cholesterol, 68 mg sodium
Diabetic exchanges: 4 lean protein, 1/2 carbohydrate (fruit)