SLOW-ROASTED CITRUS SALMON WITH HERB SALAD

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This is truly the best way to cook salmon. Slowly roasting an already fatty fish in an even more luxurious fat (here, olive oil) makes it nearly impossible to overcook. Plus, you can flavor that oil with whatever you fancy - spices, herbs, citrus, chiles - which, in turn, will flavor the fish. It's a very simple method for cooking any large piece of fish (cod or halibut work well here, too). This makes it the ideal dinner party trick, sitting perfectly in the center of a Venn diagram where "looks impressive" and "not a ton of work" overlap. It also doubles beautifully. Store any leftover salmon in the remaining oil, which will keep it from drying out, and use it to elevate a salad or a bagel with cream cheese.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     weekday, weeknight, seafood, main course

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1 1/2-pound) piece skinless salmon fillet (or halibut or cod)
Kosher salt and black pepper
2 lemons, Meyer or regular, thinly sliced, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 blood orange, mandarin orange or regular orange, thinly sliced
6 sprigs thyme, rosemary, oregano or marjoram (optional)
1 1/2 cups olive oil
2 cups herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, dill and tarragon, roughly picked from the stem
Flaky sea salt, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300 degrees. Season salmon with salt and pepper on both sides. Place in a large baking dish with sliced lemons, orange and thyme (or rosemary, oregano or marjoram), if using.
  • Drizzle everything with olive oil and bake until salmon is just turning opaque at the edges and is nearly cooked through, 25 to 35 minutes.
  • Toss fresh herbs with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and flaky salt. Serve alongside salmon.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 768, UnsaturatedFat 54 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 70 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 510 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Sureshkumar Sureshkumar
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the citrus-herb flavors are amazing. I love serving it with roasted vegetables and a side of rice.


Ffhh Tfffhi
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This is one of my favorite salmon recipes. The citrus and herbs really brighten up the fish, and the roasted vegetables are a great addition. It's a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Seif Hossam
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook salmon, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The citrus and herbs give the fish a really unique and delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Wil Arroyo
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This recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. It's so easy to throw together, and the results are always impressive. I love that I can just pop the salmon and vegetables in the oven and forget about them until dinnertime.


Ebenezer Awuah
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of citrus fruits and herbs, and it's always delicious. It's a great way to use up whatever fresh herbs I have on hand.


Avishka Anoopriya
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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. The salmon was moist and flavorful, and the herb salad was a refreshing accompaniment.


Joshua Muscat
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I'm not a big fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The citrus and herbs really brightened up the fish and made it taste amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


natasha “MissTash” machakaire
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The salmon was cooked to perfection and the citrus-herb flavors were amazing. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Bartosz Zuk
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This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was delicious and the herb salad was a great complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Adeola gold
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I love the combination of citrus and herbs in this dish. It's so refreshing and flavorful. The salmon was also cooked perfectly - moist and flaky.


Sbusiso Maine
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This citrus salmon was a hit! The flavors were bright and balanced, and the salmon was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.