Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad. This dish features flaky, perfectly baked salmon topped with a fragrant basil sauce, paired with juicy cherry tomatoes for a refreshing crunch. Ideal for summer gatherings or a cozy dinner, it promises to impress your guests while being easy to prepare. Elevate your dining experience with this visually stunning and delicious recipe that combines simplicity and gourmet flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 3 garlic cloves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp capers (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- In a food processor, blend basil leaves, garlic, lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet and spoon basil sauce over each fillet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until flaky.
- Prepare tomato salad by tossing halved cherry tomatoes with remaining olive oil, capers (if using), salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Once salmon is cooked through, serve alongside the tomato salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 78mg