Grilled Steelhead with Warm Beet–Citrus Salad & Quick-Pickled Cucumber (Serves 2)
A Pacific Northwest–leaning, slightly unexpected combo: smoky grilled steelhead with a warm, citrusy beet salad and quick-pickled cucumber. Sweet beets + bright citrus + rich fish is a great ‘unusual but works’ pairing.
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- Steelhead Fillet (Fresh Farm Raised) 12 oz (2 portions) $11.99 (sale) per 1 lb
- Love Beets™ Gluten Free Cooked and Peeled Beets 1 pack (8.8 oz), sliced $2.69 (reg) per 8.8 oz
- Organic Cucumber 1, thinly sliced $1.49 (reg) each
- Orange (or grapefruit) 1 (segments + 1 Tbsp juice)
- Simple Truth Organic® Baby Dill 2 Tbsp, chopped (optional but recommended) $2.79 (reg) per 0.5 oz
- Apple cider vinegar 3 Tbsp, divided
- Honey or sugar 2 tsp, divided
- Olive oil 2 Tbsp, divided
- Salt & black pepper as needed
- Ground coriander (optional) 1/2 tsp (for beets)
- Plain Greek yogurt (optional) 1/3 cup (for a tangy sauce)
Instructions
- Quick-pickle the cucumber: In a bowl, mix 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey/sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add sliced cucumber and toss. Let sit 15–20 minutes, tossing once or twice.
- Prep grill: Heat grill to medium-high (about 425–450°F). Oil grates well.
- Season fish: Pat steelhead dry. Brush with 1 Tbsp olive oil; season with salt and black pepper.
- Grill steelhead: Place skin-side down. Grill 6–9 minutes (lid closed if possible) until it flakes easily and reaches ~125–130°F for medium. Avoid flipping to keep it intact; the skin will crisp and release more easily.
- Warm beet-citrus salad (stovetop): While fish grills, warm 1 Tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium. Add sliced beets and a pinch of salt; cook 2–3 minutes until warmed through. Stir in orange segments, 1 Tbsp orange juice, 1 Tbsp vinegar, 1 tsp honey/sugar, and optional coriander. Cook 30 seconds, then turn off heat. Stir in chopped dill.
- Optional yogurt sauce: Mix yogurt with a pinch of salt, a splash of vinegar or citrus juice, and a little dill.
- Plate: Spoon warm beet-citrus salad onto plates, top with grilled steelhead, and pile quick-pickled cucumber on the side. Drizzle with yogurt sauce if using.
Health notes: High protein and omega-3s; beets add fiber and micronutrients. Keep the added sugar minimal in the pickles for a lighter plate.
Drink pairing: Washington dry Riesling or a brut sparkling wine—both cut the richness and pop with citrus/beet sweetness.