Mustard-glazed Salmon with Lentils

By mschweickert

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced small
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons grainy mustard
• 4 skinless salmon fillets (4 to 6 ounces each)
• Salt and pepper
• 2 cans (14 ounces each) lentils, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Heat broiler, with rack set 8 inches from heat. In a large broiler-proof skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and cumin and cook, stirring, until onion is golden, 8 minutes. Meanwhile, rub mustard on salmon and season with salt and pepper.

Add lentils to skillet, stir, and season with salt and pepper. Nestle salmon in lentils and broil until opaque throughout, 5 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.