SAUTéED SALMON WITH LEEKS AND TOMATOES

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Here is a fresh and simple way to prepare salmon that is ready in about 20 minutes. Most of that time will be spent preparing the vegetables. You do have to blanch, core and chop the tomatoes, but that is quick work. (We won't tell if you use the canned, diced sort instead. Just drain them first.) Once that's done, sauté the fish and set aside. Throw tomatoes, leeks, lemon juice and freshly ground pepper into the pan and sauté for a quick minute. Spoon over the fish and serve.

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 skinless, boneless salmon fillets, about 1 1/2 pounds, at room temperature
Salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 leek, well trimmed
2 or 3 red ripe tomatoes, about 1 1/2 pounds
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander or basil

Steps:

  • If there are any bones in the salmon, pull them out with tweezers and discard. Sprinkle the fish with salt and pepper.
  • Trim off the stem ends of the leek. Cut the leek lengthwise into thin slices. Finely chop the leek. There should be about 1/3 cup.
  • Drop the tomatoes into boiling water and let stand 9 to 12 seconds.
  • Peel and remove the cores. Cut the flesh of the tomatoes into quarter-inch cubes. There should be about 1 1/4 cups.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a nonstick skillet over moderately high heat and add the salmon pieces skinned side up. Cook 2 minutes and then turn the pieces. If you want the salmon medium rare, cook the fish 2 minutes longer. Transfer the fish to a warm platter.
  • Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Add the tomatoes and leek, salt, pepper and lemon juice. Cook about 1 minute. Pour the mixture over the salmon and sprinkle with the coriander or basil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 489, UnsaturatedFat 22 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 889 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tyson Williams
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rohees cool
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Hs Sakib'himel
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the salmon was cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe.


dahlene williams
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe.


manar osama
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The salmon is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I like to serve it over rice or pasta.


Warren Weeder
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I especially liked the crispy skin on the salmon.


Wizy Naso
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the salmon was cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Malik Adnan
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Camila White
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The salmon is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I like to serve it over rice or pasta.


Arshid Nadan
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Rameez Nick
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The salmon was flaky and moist, and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Eshan Ansari
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Neba Yohannes1
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I wasn't sure about the combination of leeks and tomatoes, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together and the salmon was cooked perfectly.


World Femus Lover80
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The salmon is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I like to serve it over rice or pasta.


samuel idegbe
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I especially liked the crispy skin on the salmon.


Pawan Patel
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the salmon was cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe.


ashli sims
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This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the combination of leeks, tomatoes, and capers was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.