Basil & Lime Grilled Summer Salmon

This is a great way to prepare salmon in hot weather when basil is in season.

Serves 3

Ingredients:
3 salmon steaks, about an inch thick

2 cups basil leaves, loosely packed
1 T lime juice
1 T olive oil
1/4 - 1/2/ t red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste

Prepare hot charcoal grill. Low flames or just after flames.

Finely chop basil and set aside. Combine lime juice, olive oil, and red pepper flakes, s & p. Let stand for at least 10 minutes. Meanwhile, lightly oil and salt and pepper steaks. Place on grill for 4 minutes each side. Cover grill for second side. While second side is cooking, combine chopped basil with vinaigrette. Remove steaks, plate, and top with basil-lime sauce.