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    Salmon with Tomato, Basil and Shallot Salsa with Aged Balsamic

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    I was inspired to make a salmon dish tonight, and wanted to give it some Italian flavors. I dug around for a nice spice blend, and picked one from Penzey's that I haven't used too often. It worked great with the salmon, and the salsa livened the dish up. We really enjoyed this dish, and it was really easy to put together, so I'll probably be making it again soon!

    Seared salmon with tomato and basil.

     

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    Seared salmon with tomato and basil.

    Salmon with Tomato, Basil and Shallot Salsa with Aged Balsamic

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    • Author: Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen - Ashley Covelli
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 20 minutes
    • Yield: 2 servings 1x
    • Category: Main Dish
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: American
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    I dug around for a nice spice blend, and picked one from Penzey's that I haven't used too often. It worked great with the salmon, and the salsa livened the dish up. We really enjoyed this dish, and it was really easy to put together, so I'll probably be making it again soon!


    Ingredients

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    1 pound fresh salmon, cut into 2 portions Penzeys Mural of Flavor 2 small, ripe tomatoes, chopped 1 shallot, diced 3-5 fresh basil leaves, chopped Extra-virgin olive oil Aged balsamic Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

    Instructions

    Heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle some of the Mural of Flavor onto one side of each piece of fish, rubbing it in. Add some salt and pepper. Lay the salmon, seasoned side down, into the skillet. Cook until a nice crust forms on one side, and flip, cooking until medium-rare.

    Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix tomatoes, shallot, basil and a nice glug of oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

    To serve, place salmon on a plate and top with a few spoonfuls of the salsa. Drizzle a bit of oil over top, along with some aged balsamic. Enjoy!


    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 318
    • Sugar: 2.8 g
    • Sodium: 182.4 mg
    • Fat: 10.8 g
    • Saturated Fat: 1.9 g
    • Carbohydrates: 4.4 g
    • Fiber: 1.3 g
    • Protein: 51.5 g
    • Cholesterol: 115.9 mg

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    Hi, I'm Ashley and I’ve been writing about food & recipes here at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen since 2006. I want to help you (yes, you!) gain confidence in the kitchen so you are excited to cook at home for yourself and your loved ones.

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