SALMON ROASTED IN BUTTER AND ALMONDS
Salmon is packed with Omega-3 fatty acids which have been found to have great benefits. The butter and almonds add a great nutty flavor to this already delicious fish. Wild-caught salmon will provide you with the greatest health benefits and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb . skin-on salmon fillet- salt and pepper-
- 3 Tbs. butter*-
- ½ cup slivered almonds-
- 1 Tbs. freshly squeezed lemon juice-
- 2 Tbs. chopped fresh chives- cracked black pepper, for optional garnish-
- 1 cup broccoli
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 500°F and start a pot of water for steaming.2. Season the salmon with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.3. Place the butter and almonds in a small baking pan and into the preheated oven.4. When the butter has melted, add the salmon, flesh-side down.5. Roast for 5 minutes; then, turn and continue to roast until the salmon is barely beginning to flake, about 3 minutes more. (You can test by sticking the point of a small sharp knife into the flesh to see if it flakes or easily comes apart.)6. As the salmon is cooking, steam broccoli to desired tenderness.7. Remove the pan from the oven and transfer the salmon to a serving platter.8. Stir the lemon juice and chives into the sauce in the pan and immediately pour over the salmon and steamed broccoli.9. Sprinkle with cracked black pepper, if desired, and serve.
Notes
*NOTE: Kerrygold butter and Organic Valley butter are good options to purchase.
