Savory Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad Bliss

This Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad is a vibrant celebration of fresh flavors, quick to prepare, gluten-free, and customizable.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon Use fresh, wild-caught for best flavor
1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust quantity to taste
1 teaspoon Paprika Enhances color
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Basil Sauce

1 cup Basil Fresh leaves
1/4 cup Olive Oil Key for emulsifying
1-2 cloves Garlic Minced or finely chopped
1/2 cup Mayo Or substitute with Greek yogurt

For the Tomato Salad

3 cups Tomatoes Chopped, fresh and juicy
1 cup Corn Optional, for sweetness and crunch
1/4 cup Olive Oil Drizzle for flavor
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Oven
Blender
Baking Sheet
Mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and season the salmon fillets with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake skin-side down for 15-20 minutes until flakes easily.
In a blender, combine basil, olive oil, minced garlic, and mayonnaise. Blend until smooth, adjusting salt to taste.
Chop fresh tomatoes, corn, or cucumber, and combine in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper before tossing.
Plate the baked salmon, drizzle with basil sauce, and serve with the tomato salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, consume leftovers within 2 days. Store basil sauce separately if needed, and avoid reheating in the microwave to maintain texture.

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