Description
Experience a burst of flavor with this Salmon with Lentils and Lemon Herb Sauce. Juicy, seared salmon fillets rest on a hearty bed of nutty lentils, all drizzled with a refreshing lemon herb sauce. This dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients, making it perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions. Elevate your dining experience in just a few simple steps!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skin-on salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 3 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the lentils under cold water. In a saucepan, combine lentils with water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- While the lentils cook, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the sauce.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper. Cook skin-side down for about 5 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook an additional 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve the lentils as a base on plates or bowls topped with salmon fillets. Drizzle generously with the lemon herb sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g) with lentils (150g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg