Description
Indulge in a healthy and flavorful Roasted Citrus Salmon paired with a vibrant Green Olive Salsa Verde. This easy recipe combines tender, citrus-infused salmon with a fresh, herbaceous topping, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Keywords: roasted citrus salmon, green olive salsa verde, healthy salmon recipe, easy salmon dish.
Ingredients
- 1 shallot, peeled and very thinly sliced into rings
- Zest from 1 orange, finely grated (divided)
- Zest from 1 lemon, finely grated (divided)
- 2–3 tbsp + ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
- 1 to 1½ lb. salmon fillet
- Salt, to taste
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- ½ cup chopped parsley
- 1 small garlic clove, finely minced or grated
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- ½ cup green olives, pitted and chopped (approx. 10 olives)
- Juice from 1 orange
- Juice from 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (121°C).
- Prepare the Salmon: Combine shallots, half of the orange and lemon zest, and 2–3 tablespoons of olive oil in a small baking dish. Season the salmon with salt and coat it with the zest and oil mixture.
- Roast the Salmon: Roast in the oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Adjust cooking time based on the fillet’s thickness.
- Prepare the Salsa Verde: While the salmon roasts, mix cilantro, parsley, garlic, smoked paprika, chili flakes, green olives, remaining citrus zest, ½ cup olive oil, and citrus juices. Season with salt to taste.
- Serve: Top the roasted salmon with the salsa verde and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a twist, substitute herbs like dill or basil in the salsa verde.
- Adjust chili flakes to control heat.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers; reheat at 275°F (135°C) or enjoy cold on salads.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
