When it comes to easy-to-make yet elegant dishes, few options can rival tomato basil salmon. This classic recipe combines a flaky and flavorful protein with a bright and herbaceous sauce, creating a delightful balance of acidity and sweetness. The key to a successful tomato basil salmon dish lies in selecting fresh, ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a high-quality cut of salmon. With just a few basic ingredients and simple cooking techniques, you can create a restaurant-worthy meal in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you prefer to pan-sear, bake, or grill your salmon, this versatile recipe offers endless possibilities for customization, making it a go-to choice for home cooks of all levels.
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TOMATO BASIL SALMON
This quick salmon dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Serve with a side of sauteed spinach and a glass of pinot noir.
Provided by CHEDDAR97005
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 30m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a piece of aluminum foil, and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Place the salmon fillets onto the foil, sprinkle with basil, top with tomato slices, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the salmon is opaque in the center, and the Parmesan cheese is lightly browned on top, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 103.5 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 36.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 179.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
FRESH BASIL AND TOMATO SALMON
Garden-fresh goodness accents the salmon. Serve with a mixed green salad with a Romano-balsamic vinaigrette.
Provided by atasteofcreole
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking pan with aluminum foil.
- Drizzle olive oil onto the prepared pan in an area slightly larger than the salmon fillet. Place tomatoes in a layer on the oiled foil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Layer basil over top and place salmon on the basil. Squeeze lemon over salmon and season again with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 30 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 59.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
TOMATO-AND-FENNEL-STUFFED SALMON WITH BASIL SAUCE
Categories Citrus Fish Herb Tomato Roast Dinner Basil Seafood Salmon Fennel Gourmet Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Make fish:
- Put oven racks in middle and lower third of oven and preheat oven to 400°F.
- Toss tomatoes in a bowl with 1 tablespoon oil, teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence. Arrange tomatoes, cut sides up, in a shallow baking pan and reserve bowl (do not wipe clean).
- Quarter fennel lengthwise, then slice 1/8 inch thick with slicer. Toss fennel in reserved bowl with 1 tablespoon oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and remaining teaspoon herbes de Provence, then spread out in a 17- by 12-inch heavy shallow baking pan.
- Roast fennel in lower third of oven and tomatoes in middle of oven, stirring fennel halfway through roasting, until fennel begins to caramelize and tomatoes are browned lightly on edges (but are still juicy) and their juices have accumulated in bottom of pan, 40 to 50 minutes.
- Remove from oven. If there are no tomato juices in pan, gently press on tomatoes to extract enough juice to measure 2 tablespoons (leave juices in pan). Increase oven temperature to 450°F.
- Line a 17- by 12-inch shallow baking pan with heavy-duty foil and coat foil with 1 tablespoon oil. Position salmon diagonally in roasting pan, then open fish. Sprinkle inside of fish with remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, then coat with 1 tablespoon oil. Arrange roasted tomatoes evenly inside fish on bottom half (with head and tail attached), reserving juices in pan (for sauce). Top tomatoes with roasted fennel, then pour wine over vegetables and close fish (like a book) to enclose stuffing (stuffing will not be completely covered). Secure opening with several wooden picks, then rub top of fish with remaining tablespoon oil. If head and tail hang over edge of pan, put a baseball-size ball of foil under head and a golf-ball-size ball of foil under tail to prop them up so that juices run into pan (head and tail will curve upward slightly).
- Roast salmon in middle of oven until fish is just cooked through (thickest part will be opaque), about 25 minutes.
- Make sauce while fish roasts:
- Combine saffron and hot water in a small cup and let stand 1 minute. Blend together saffron mixture, remaining sauce ingredients, and 2 tablespoons reserved tomato juices in a blender until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and chill, covered, until ready to use.
- To serve:
- Slide whole fish (still on foil) onto a platter. To remove foil, lift head end of fish slightly with a long or wide spatula and push foil toward middle of fish. Lower head end back onto platter and lift tail end in same manner to gently remove foil completely. Serve fish with sauce on the side.
SMOKED-SALMON, TOMATO, AND BASIL SANDWICH RECIPE - (4/5)
Provided by Nickel
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine cream cheese, yogurt, garlic, 1/4 cup basil leaves, and next 4 ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth. Spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese mixture on 1 side of each slice of bread. Top 4 slices evenly with tomatoes, remaining basil leaves, salmon, and onion. Top with remaining bread slices. Serve immediately.
PROVENCAL SALMON WITH TOMATO BASIL
Steps:
- see above
TOMATO-BASIL SALMON STEAKS
My family has always been big on seafood, and this pan-fried salmon went over really well! The fresh tomato and basil topping complement the fillets beautifully.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook salmon in oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, cook and stir onion until crisp-tender. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, water, basil, salt and pepper. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; carefully return salmon to the pan. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with linguine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
TOMATO BASIL SALMON
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a greased piece of aluminum foil.
- Place the salmon fillets onto the foil, sprinkle with basil, top with tomato slices, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the salmon is opaque in the center, and the Parmesan cheese is lightly browned on top, about 20 minutes.
- Note: Aluminum foil helps keep food moist, ensures it cooks evenly, keeps leftovers fresh, and makes clean-up easy.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. Look for tomatoes that are heavy for their size and have a deep red color.
- If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil. However, fresh basil will give your dish a more vibrant flavor.
- To make sure your salmon is cooked evenly, use a thick piece of salmon and cook it skin-side down first.
- Don't overcook the salmon, or it will become dry and tough. Cook it until it is just opaque in the center.
- Serve the salmon immediately with the tomato-basil sauce and your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
This tomato-basil salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic creates a flavorful sauce that perfectly complements the salmon. This dish is also a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious dinner, give this tomato-basil salmon a try.
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