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Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad Recipe

Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad Recipe


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4.7 from 17 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This recipe for Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad is a delightful dish that combines perfectly cooked salmon fillets with a vibrant basil sauce and a refreshing tomato salad. The basil sauce adds a burst of flavor while the tomato salad complements the dish with its freshness and tanginess.


Ingredients

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Salmon:

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Tomato Salad:

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup grape or heirloom tomatoes (sliced)
  • ¼ red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Basil Sauce:

  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 garlic clove
  • ¼ cup pine nuts or walnuts
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Salmon: Rub the salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through.

    Basil Sauce: Blend basil, Parmesan, garlic, nuts, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.

    Tomato Salad: Toss cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, red onion, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

  3. To serve, spoon basil sauce over warm salmon and plate with the tomato salad on the side.

Notes

  • This dish can also be served chilled—perfect for summer.
  • Swap pine nuts for sunflower seeds for a nut-free pesto alternative.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with salad
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 310mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 27g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg