Pan Seared Salmon with Fresh Tomato Basil Relish

Brighten up your weeknight dinner routine with this Pan Seared Salmon with Fresh Tomato Basil Relish, a flavorful yet simple recipe that's ready in under 30 minutes. Perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets boast a crispy golden skin and tender, flaky interior, while the vibrant relish adds a fresh burst of summer flavors with juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a tangy splash of balsamic vinegar. This dish is wholesome and elegant, making it ideal for a quick family meal or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Serve it with roasted vegetables, quinoa, or a leafy green salad for a balanced and satisfying meal that’s as delicious as it is beautiful.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6-ounce each) salmon fillets
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups (halved) cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup (chopped) fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup (finely diced) red onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the tomato basil relish: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, diced red onion, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil. Mix well and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Set aside to marinate while you cook the salmon.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides of each fillet with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 3 tablespoons of olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering.

Step 4

Carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes (depending on thickness) without moving them to allow the skin to crisp up.

Step 5

Flip the fillets gently and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through to your preferred level of doneness.

Step 6

Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes.

Step 7

To serve, place each salmon fillet on a plate and top generously with the fresh tomato basil relish.

Step 8

Optional: Garnish with extra fresh basil leaves and serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or quinoa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1176.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1990.7

Total Fat 147.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 2932.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 146.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108.4mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 976.4mg	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: 65.8%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 5.1%