Blackened Salmon With Pineapple Rice

                  Prep time 25 minutes ... Total : 25 minutes ... Serves 4

1  cup long-grain white rice

8  oz. fresh pineapple , cut into  1/2 inch pieces

1 to 2 jalapenos , seeded and finely chopped

1/2  cup fresh cilantro , chopped

1 1/2 lb. skinless salmon fillet , cut into four pieces

2 Tbsp. blackening spice mix or sodium-free cajun seasoning

1) cook the rice according to package directions . Fluff with a folk  and fold in the pineapple , jalpenos and cilantro .

2) Meanwhile , heat a large skillet over medium heat . Coat both sides of the salmon with the seasoning mix and cook , covered  until opaque throughout and blackened  , 3 to 4 minutes per side . Serve with rice.

Prep tip :

To easily clean cilantro , hold it by its stems , submerge the leafy tops in a bowl of water and swish around vigorously ; grit and sand will sink to the bottom. Shake off the excess water and pat dry with a paper towel.

Heart healthy.