Salmon Fillet with Fresh Tomato Salsa
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Salmon Fillet with Fresh Tomato Salsa is the perfect dish for a healthy and satisfying weeknight meal. Flaky salmon fillets are seared to crispy perfection in olive oil, then elevated with a zesty homemade tomato salsa featuring sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, aromatic cilantro, and a hint of heat from jalapeño. A squeeze of fresh lime juice ties it all together, creating a vibrant topping that perfectly complements the rich, buttery salmon. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a nutritious, gluten-free dinner that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Pair it with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple green salad for a meal that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1.5 cups (halved) cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cups (finely diced) red onion
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 1 piece (seeded and finely chopped) jalapeño pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 clove (finely minced) garlic
Instructions
Prepare the fresh tomato salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, chopped fresh cilantro, seeded and finely chopped jalapeño, lime juice, and minced garlic. Mix well and season lightly with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside to let the flavors meld while you cook the salmon.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the fillets and season both sides evenly with 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan.
Sear the salmon for about 4-5 minutes, or until the skin becomes crispy and the fillets lift easily with a spatula. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon fillets from the skillet and transfer them to serving plates.
Top each salmon fillet generously with the fresh tomato salsa. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1727 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.9 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2928 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 145.1 g | 290% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 798 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
