Maple Salmon with Rocket Pesto

Salmon steaks marinated in a delectable maple syrup, mint and lime marinade. Serve with rocket pesto to make a mouth-watering main meal.

Recipe Information:

Serves:	Salmon Portion	Course	Cooking Method	Preparation Time:
4	Fresh Salmon, Steaks	Main	Grill	Less than 30 minutes

Ingredients:

4 x 175g (6oz) Tartan Quality Mark salmon steaks
salt and pepper
1 tbsp maple syrup or clear honey
1 tbsp fresh chopped mint
juice of 1 lime

For the rocket pesto:

1 large handful rocket leaves
touch of olive oil
50g / 2oz Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tbsp pine kernels
3 cloves garlic

Method:

1. In a shallow dish, combine seasoning, syrup or honey, mint and the juice from half the lime. Add the salmon and marinade for 10-15 minutes.

2. Pre heat the grill to a high heat. Lift salmon from marinade allowing excess to drip off and grill for approximately 5-8 minutes depending on thickness of salmon. Brush the salmon occasionally with the marinade.

3. To make the pesto, put all the ingredients into a food processor and pound into a paste. Serve the salmon with the rocket pesto alongside a chicory and cucumber salad.