The salmon and green beans are equally good served warm or cold. If chilling, prepare recipe through step 3; refrigerate fish, green beans, and dressing separately, then proceed with step 4 just before serving.

　　

Ingredients

serves 4 as a main course

　　1 pound skinless salmon fillets

　　Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

　　3 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

　　1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths

　　1/3 cup fresh lime juice (from 4 to 6 limes)

　　2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro

　　1 English cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices

　　4 radishes, trimmed, halved, and thinly sliced crosswise

　　

Step 1

Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat source. Place salmon on a rimmed baking sheet. Season generously on both sides with salt and pepper; rub with 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Broil until fillets are opaque throughout, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool.

　　

Step 2

Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of water to a boil; add salt. Cook green beans until bright green and crisp-tender, about 4 minutes; drain, and let cool slightly.

　　

Step 3

In a large bowl, whisk remaining 2 teaspoons sesame oil with the lime juice and cilantro; season generously with salt and pepper.

　　

Step 4

Add green beans, cucumber, and radishes to dressing. With a fork, break salmon into large chunks. Add to salad; toss gently and serve.

　　

Preparing English Cucumbers

Step 5

English cucumbers have very small seeds that do not need to be removed before using. Just strip away the skin with a vegetable peeler, then use a knife to halve cucumbers lengthwise and cut crosswise about 1/4 inch thick.

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