Salmon with Pomegranate and Orange Salsa
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Salmon with Pomegranate and Orange Salsa recipe is a quick and elegant way to elevate your dinner table. Perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets with irresistible crispy skin are topped with a vibrant salsa featuring juicy pomegranate seeds, sweet orange chunks, and a zesty lime-cumin dressing. The addition of red onion and fresh cilantro adds a delightful crunch and herbaceous flair, while a touch of honey balances the tangy-sweet profile. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visually stunning option for entertaining or weeknight meals. A healthy and flavorful salmon recipe that pairs beautifully with steamed rice, buttered greens, or a light salad—this is seafood at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 whole orange, peeled and diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and coat it with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the preheated skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until the skin is crispy. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the salmon is just cooked through.
4. While the salmon is cooking, prepare the salsa. In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1/2 cup of pomegranate seeds, 1 diced orange, 1/4 cup of finely chopped red onion, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lime, 1 teaspoon of honey, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cumin. Pour this dressing over the salsa ingredients and gently toss to combine.
6. Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the skillet and transfer to serving plates.
7. Spoon the pomegranate and orange salsa over each salmon fillet. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.0 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 415 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 2748 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 175.9 g | 352% | |
| Vitamin D | 62.9 mcg | 315% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2761 mg | 59% | |
*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.
