Grilled Mackerel with Beetroot & Watermelon Salad by Ian Orr


4 Mackerel fillets
400 Chopped watermelon
200g Chopped cooked beetroot
Small bunch of rocket or any mixed leaves
1 Tablespoon whole grain mustard
1 Juice and zest of orange
1 Tablespoon honey 
Olive oil


Pre heat the grill onto a very high heat or turn on the BBQ.  Lay the mackerel fillets on a tray and season with salt and pepper, rub with a little olive oil.  Place under the grill for about 5 mins

In a bowl mix the watermelon and beetroot, add the orange zest, season, add the rocket and mix.  Mix the honey & mustard together and add the orange juice to make the dressing.

Place the salad to the plate with the mackerel and finish with a drizzle of the dressing.

Tip: you can use any fish as an alternative, seabass would be great.

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