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Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad

Savory Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad Bliss

A delightful Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad, perfect for summer dining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Choose the freshest cuts
  • 1 tablespoon Spice Rub Mix of salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin olive oil
For the Basil Sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh basil Can be substituted with fresh dill or cilantro
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can swap with plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Adds brightness to the sauce
For the Tomato Salad
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Opt for grape or cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Optional, for crunch
  • 1 cup Corn Optional, for sweetness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Blender
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Spice Rub by mixing salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and sugar in a bowl.
  2. Rub the spice mixture on salmon fillets and let them sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. Make the Basil Sauce by blending fresh basil, mayonnaise, and lemon juice until creamy.
  4. Bake the salmon at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until it flakes easily.
  5. Assemble the salad by chopping tomatoes and cucumber, then toss with corn and season.
  6. Serve the salmon on a bed of rice or quinoa, drizzled with basil sauce and with the salad on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free and can be customized with other proteins like chicken or shrimp.

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