Seared Salmon on Baby Spinach
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this elegant yet effortless Seared Salmon on Baby Spinach recipe. Perfectly crisp salmon fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection and served atop a vibrant bed of tender baby spinach and juicy cherry tomatoes, all dressed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with tangy lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. Ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome dish is packed with protein, omega-3s, and leafy greens, making it as nutritious as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a healthy meal idea, this restaurant-quality dish is sure to impress. Serve it fresh and warm, garnished with a wedge of lemon for an extra boost of brightness.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets, skin-on
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 cups Baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the skin is crispy and the salmon is cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to create the vinaigrette dressing.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, toss the baby spinach with the halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
Step 6
To plate, divide the spinach salad among four serving plates. Top each with a piece of seared salmon.
Step 7
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a lemon wedge or extra freshly cracked black pepper.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1116.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1819.6 |
| Total Fat 112.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 415.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3001.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.4g | |
| Protein 178.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2516.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 285.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2578.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories