Description
This Simple Salsa Verde Salmon recipe features tender, pan-seared salmon fillets topped with a zesty and fresh salsa verde sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it combines a quick sear with a brief bake to infuse vibrant herbaceous flavors into the rich salmon, making for a flavorful and healthy meal perfect for any weeknight.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 fillets Fresh Salmon Fillets (4 to 6 ounces each, skinless)
Salsa Verde Sauce
- 1 cup Salsa Verde (blend of fresh herbs, garlic, lime juice, and green chilies)
Seasoning & Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 1 whole Lime (cut into wedges for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for finishing the salmon with salsa verde.
- Season Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then season both sides evenly with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Heat Olive Oil: In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat the extra virgin olive oil until it shimmers, signaling it’s hot enough for searing.
- Sear Salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down if applicable in the hot skillet, searing for 4 to 5 minutes until the surface is golden brown and caramelized.
- Flip and Cook: Flip each fillet carefully and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the salmon turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Transfer and Top: Move the salmon fillets into a baking dish, spoon salsa verde generously over the top of each fillet to infuse fresh, zesty flavors.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes until the salsa verde is warmed through and the salmon is fully cooked.
- Serve: Serve the salmon immediately with lime wedges on the side to add a fresh citrus brightness just before eating.
Notes
- If using salmon with skin, keep the skin on for searing and remove before serving if preferred.
- Salsa verde can be homemade or store-bought; making your own allows for better control of freshness and spice levels.
- Adjust the baking time slightly depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets to avoid overcooking.
- Use a nonstick or well-seasoned skillet to prevent the salmon from sticking during searing.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
