Salmon Fillets W Green Sauce
Elevate weeknight dining with these succulent Salmon Fillets with Green Sauce, a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets, seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper, boast crispy golden skin and tender, flaky flesh. The star of the recipe, however, is the vibrant green sauce—a zesty blend of fresh parsley, cilantro, and basil, balanced with lemon juice, garlic, capers, and a touch of honey for sweetness. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings. Serve these salmon fillets topped with the smooth, herbaceous sauce for a meal that’s fresh, flavorful, and packed with omega-3s. Pair with a side of roasted vegetables or a light salad for an unforgettable dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets, skin-on
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup Parsley, fresh and chopped
- 0.5 cup Cilantro, fresh and chopped
- 0.25 cup Basil leaves, fresh
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Capers, drained
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, place the salmon fillets skin-side down into the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until the skin is crispy.
Flip the fillets carefully and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon reaches your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
To make the green sauce, combine the parsley, cilantro, basil, garlic, lemon juice, capers, honey, water, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a blender or food processor.
Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt if necessary.
Serve the salmon fillets warm, drizzled generously with the green sauce. Optionally, garnish with extra fresh herbs and lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.6 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 94 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 633 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 933 mg | 20% | |
*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.
