Pan Fried Salmon with Cannellini Bean Pure

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Pan-Fried Salmon with Cannellini Bean Purée—a dish that's as elegant as it is effortless. Perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets boast a golden, crispy skin and tender interior, while the creamy cannellini bean purée delivers a buttery, garlicky complement infused with a splash of zesty lemon juice. This recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for a quick yet gourmet meal. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of herbaceous flavor, this dish combines protein-rich salmon and creamy legumes for a wholesome, satisfying plate that’s perfect for a date night or an impressive dinner for two. Keywords: pan-fried salmon, cannellini bean purée, crispy salmon skin, quick dinner recipes, healthy seafood recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can cannellini beans (cooked, drained, and rinsed)
• 2 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 cup chicken stock (or vegetable stock)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the salmon fillets on both sides with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the salmon fillets skin side down into the pan.

Step 3

Cook the salmon fillets for 3-4 minutes on the skin side without moving them to ensure a crispy skin. Flip the fillets and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the cannellini beans and chicken stock to the skillet. Stir well and cook for 4-5 minutes, allowing the beans to soften and absorb flavor.

Step 6

Transfer the bean mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to purée until smooth. Add the butter and lemon juice, blending until the mixture is creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with the remaining salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 7

To serve, spread a generous amount of the cannellini bean purée onto each plate. Place the salmon fillet on top of the purée, skin side up for presentation.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and an optional drizzle of olive oil or a wedge of lemon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(943.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1430.6

Total Fat 82.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 158.9mg	0%
Sodium 3424.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.2g	0%
Total Sugars 3.8g
Protein 81.2g	0%

Vitamin D 1054.2IU	0%
Calcium 241.4mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2308.4mg	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: 50.8%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 26.9%