Why I like this…
This is a delightful, light salmon dish high in omega-3s. Pine nuts can be used instead of cashews but are more expensive. What I like is that this dish is sophisticated but easy to put together.
Why it matters…
Omega-3 fatty acids are found in fish, shellfish, and some plant foods. Omega-3s are a healthy fat that can help lower triglycerides.
Roast Salmon with Basil, Parsley and Lemon Sauce
4
servings10
minutes20
minutes333
kcalIngredients
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 Tbsp Lemon Juice
1 Cup Parsley
2 1/2 Cups Basil Leaves
1/4 cup Cashews (Pine Nuts are an alternative)
2 Cloves Garlic
1/4 Tsp Sea Salt
1 lb Salmon Filet
1 Lemon
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400°. Line baking pan with parchment and place salmon filets on pan. Slice lemon and place on salmon. Roast for 10 minutes, until the salmon is just cooked through- roughly 145°.
In a blender, or food processor combine nuts (pine nuts or unsalted cashews), diced garlic cloves, olive oil, basil, parsley, salt, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. Add black pepper, if desired, to taste.
Drizzle basil parsley sauce over cooked salmon and serve.