Salmon seems to be one of those things a person either loves or hates. I personally love salmon and feel that you can’t go wrong by adding a few fresh herbs!
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An Easy Meal
I appreciate the fact that this particular seafood recipe is loaded with fresh ingredients and healthy nutrients. It comes together quickly and easily so less time in the kitchen is required. Adding a side salad and bread is a nice way to complete the meal.
High in Protein and Omega-3 Fatty Acids
You probably already know that salmon is high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Therefore, salmon is very beneficial for a person’s heart and brain. That’s why nearly every week I try to include salmon in my menu. I also like making simple pan-fried salmon, or Salmon Burgers. However, my son, Isaac, makes the best Cedar Plank Smoked Salmon on his Green Egg.
Lemon Salsa
The homemade salsa really adds a nice finishing touch to the salmon. The salsa consist of chopped lemon peels, segments of the fleshy part of two lemons and some of their juice. Additionally, I add a little olive oil, fresh Italian parsley, mint, rosemary, chopped chives, and salt and pepper. (I am allergic to onions and garlic and therefore leave these ingredients out for myself.)
Ready in Minutes
Before cooking brush each steak with a glaze mixture made from brown sugar and fresh garlic. (See recipe card for notes.) Afterward, broil the salmon on HIGH for 7 to 8 minutes.
To serve, place lemon slices on a serving platter then place the cooked salmon on top. Cover each serving with lemon salsa and garnish with additional fresh parsley, mint, and chives. Serve immediately.
How to Make Herbed Salmon with Lemon Salsa
A delicious, healthy, and flavorful way to fix salmon. This recipe is also naturally gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 4 Salmon steaks (I use fresh, wild-caught Sockeye Alaskan salmon)
- 4 Fresh lemons (use Meyer lemons if available)
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 Tablespoons freshly chopped chives, divided
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped + additional for garnish
- 1 Tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped + additional for garnish
- 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 Tablespoons garlic, mined (or to taste)
Instructions
- Place oven rack 6 inches from heat. Preheat broiler to HIGH. Line rimmed baking pan with foil; lightly spray with nonstick spray and set aside.
- LEMON SALSA: peel 2 lemons. Cut a few thin strips of the peel for garnish; set aside. Finely chop remaining lemon peel and place into a mixing bowl. Cut the fleshy part of the 2 peeled lemons into small segments and place them in the same bowl with the chopped peels. Stir in lemon juice, 2 Tablespoons chopped chives, olive oil, parsley, mint, rosemary, salt and pepper; set bowl aside.
- GLAZE: combine brown sugar and garlic in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat just until mixture begins to boil; remove from heat.
- SALMON: gently pat each salmon steak dry with paper towels. Place salmon steaks in prepared baking pan; tuck under any thin edges of salmon to prevent burning. Brush glaze evenly over each steak.
- BROIL salmon for 7 to 8 minutes or until salmon reaches 145 degree F and glaze on salmon beings to caramelize.
- Slice remaining 2 lemons and arrange on a serving platter. Place salmon on lemon slices and top with lemon salsa. Garish with reserved thin strips of lemon peel, fresh parsley, remaining 2 Tablespoons chopped chives, and sprigs of fresh mint. Serve immediately.
Please note that you can easily substitute shallots for chives. You can also add a little fresh lemongrass or lemongrass paste and/or tamarind paste ~ (make sure they are both gluten-free if need be), to the brown sugar/garlic glaze mixture.
I hope you enjoy this healthy and tasty salmon dish!
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