Down Under Salmon with Citrus Saffron Sauce Over Greens

Elevate your dinner table with this vibrant and flavor-packed Down Under Salmon with Citrus Saffron Sauce Over Greens. Perfectly seared salmon fillets, seasoned with orange zest and black pepper, are draped in a luxurious citrus saffron sauce that balances the brightness of orange and lemon with the subtle elegance of saffron. Served over a refreshing medley of baby spinach, peppery arugula, and thinly sliced red onion, this dish is garnished with toasted almonds for a satisfying crunch. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s the ultimate healthy yet indulgent recipe for seafood lovers. Perfect for special occasions or a gourmet weeknight meal, this salmon recipe pairs beautifully with white wine or sparkling water infused with citrus.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 0.25 cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon saffron threads
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 4 cups arugula
• 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Directions

Step 1

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and orange zest.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets, skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the orange juice, lemon juice, honey, and saffron threads. Stir to combine and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.

Step 4

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes, whisking continuously, until the sauce thickens. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine baby spinach, arugula, and red onion. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss to coat.

Step 6

To assemble, divide the greens evenly among four plates. Place a cooked salmon fillet on top of each bed of greens. Spoon the citrus saffron sauce over the salmon and sprinkle with toasted sliced almonds for garnish.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1407.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2441.7

Total Fat 174.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 392.2mg	0%
Sodium 3065.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 36.6g
Protein 155.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 374.3mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 1012.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.5%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 9.9%