Mediterranean Lemon & Herb Salmon with Asparagus
Pan-seared salmon coated in a bright, herby lemon sauce served alongside crisp asparagus and juicy cherry tomatoes.
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Ingredients
- 150 g salmon fillet, skin-on or without
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 whole fresh lemon, zest and juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tbsp Kalamata olives, halved
- 10 sticks asparagus, trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, whole
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Method
- Season the salmon, asparagus, and cherry tomatoes with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Place salmon skin-side down in the pan and cook until golden brown.
- Lower heat and cook the salmon until it reaches 145°F/63°C.20 min timer
- Remove the salmon, then add asparagus and tomatoes to the pan.
- Sauté the vegetables with minced garlic and chopped rosemary until tender.10 min timer
- Return the salmon to the pan, stir in lemon zest and juice, and serve.
Why it works
- Celiac disease: The dish uses fresh herbs, lemon, and olive oil as its flavor base, ensuring no wheat, barley, or hidden gluten is present.
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