Reprinted with permission from Cast Iron Keto by Alex and Lauren Lester, Page Street Publishing Co. 2020. Photo credit: Lauren Lester.These skewers are absolutely delicious, and if that’s not enough for you to give them a try, think of all the flatware you won’t have to wash, as this recipe barely dirties the kitchen—that means more time to enjoy your life!
Ingredients List
For the Salmon
- 12 oz salmon, cut into 2-inch (5-cm) chunks
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic salt
For the Skewers
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 8 mini balls fresh mozzarella cheese
- 12 fresh basil leaves
- 1 Tbsp (15 ml) balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Place the salmon in a medium bowl. Add the oil, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. Toss the ingredients together to coat the salmon with the oil and spices.
- Heat a 10-inch (25-cm) or larger cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon and seasoned oil. Cook the salmon for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until it is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- To assemble the skewers, gently skewer the ingredients in an alternating pattern: salmon, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil. Drizzle the skewers with the vinegar just before serving.
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This is a great meal to serve when having friends over for dinner. I made it for 9 and everyone loved the flavors and presentation. Give it a try.
So glad it was a success for a crowd!