Balsamic Salmon Filets

Real prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 8 minutes
Serves: 4
Side dish suggestions: roasted red potato wedges, peas or corn on the cob

Supplies:

• 13x9 metal or glass pan
• aluminum foil
• small bowl

From the freezer:

• 4 - 6 oz skinless salmon filets

From the pantry:

• 1/4 c olive oil
• 1/4 c balsamic vinagrette
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme, optional

Preparation:

1. Place aluminum foil in pan for easy clean-up. Heat oven broiler (set to low if your oven has two settings). Set oven rack about 8-10 inches from the top.
2. Whisk together all pantry ingredients.
3. Place salmon filets in pan. Pour half of the marinade over the top. You can either let this set all day in your refrigerator or cook immediately.
4. Broil filets for 3-4 minutes. Remove from oven, turn over, pour remaining marinade on top, and return to oven for 3-4 minutes longer.

Approx calories: 250 per serving (6 oz salmon filet)
Cooking tip: If you are preparing roasted red potatoes as well, zap them in the microwave for a few minutes first. Then make a divider with your aluminum foil in the pan. Spread the red potatoes on the other side of the foil divided. Cook alongside the salmon. Yum! :)