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Roasted Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad

A quick and fresh weeknight dinner featuring roasted salmon, a creamy basil sauce, and a refreshing tomato salad, all coming together effortlessly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces Salmon fillets Approximately 6 ounces each, preferably with skin.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For brushing the pan and drizzling on fillets.
  • Salt and black pepper To taste.
  • 1 whole Lemon Zest and juice for brightness.
For the Basil Sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh basil The heart of the sauce.
  • 1 clove Garlic For flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayo For creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese Adds savory depth.
For the Tomato Salad
  • 2 cups Cherry tomatoes Sweet and juicy.
  • 1 small Red onion Thinly sliced.
  • 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar or lemon juice For acidity.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley or extra basil Optional, for additional color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400-425°F (200-220°C).
  2. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels; season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  3. Line a sheet pan with foil and brush with olive oil.
Roasting
  1. Place salmon skin side down on the prepared pan and roast until the center is still a little translucent, about 9-12 minutes.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes.
Make the Basil Sauce
  1. Blend basil, yogurt or mayo, olive oil, parmesan, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust taste as needed.
Make the Tomato Salad
  1. Toss cherry tomatoes with red onion, parsley, a pinch of salt, red wine vinegar or lemon juice, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Assembly
  1. Plate the salmon, drizzle with basil sauce, and top with tomato salad.
  2. Finish with additional lemon zest as desired, and serve.

Notes

Ensure to pat the salmon dry for better browning. You can use different tomatoes or herbs based on availability. This recipe can be adapted based on personal preferences.