Lemon Garlic Salmon with Tomatoes

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Elevate your dinner game with this Lemon Garlic Salmon recipe with just a handful of ingredients! Bursting with fresh flavors, this dish combines tender, flaky salmon fillets with a zesty lemon and garlic that’s both simple and delicious.

Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion, it’s packed with healthy omega-3 and makes for a stunning presentation. Serve it with a side of roasted veggies or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.

This recipe has lately been my go-to recipe for dinner nights with friends. Its super quick to prep and cook. And above all it tastes incredible with the zesty flavor of lemon and tomatoes and the flavorful garlic. Add a dollop of butter to cook the fish and it takes the whole dish to a restaurant worthy level.

After having my little daughter I have been trying to make and come up with recipes which are quick yet flavorful and nutritious for the family. And this salmon recipe checks all the boxes. It is keto friendly recipe which is high in protein and omega 3 and it takes just 15 to 20 minutes to get it done.

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More Quick High-Protein Dinner Recipes:

• Honey Garlic Chicken
• Rosemary and Garlic Chicken
• Paneer Jalfrezi

Benefits of Salmon

• Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids
• A great source of protein
• High in B Vitamins
• A good source of Potassium
• Loaded with Selenium
• A good source of Vitamin D

Read more about the benefits of Salmon Here.

Why you will like this Lemon Garlic Salmon Recipe?

Delicious : This lemon garlic salmon is delicious and one of my favorite recipes to make for guests. It has always been a star dish on the dinner table. It has been my best Salmon recipe.

Quick & Easy : It just take 15 -20 minutes to prepare the recipe from start to finish. It also requires very little ingredients and mostly those that are usually available in the pantry.

Juicy & Flavorful : This recipe makes a juicy fish which is slightly crispy on the outside. Cooking the fish with all these ingredients makes it extremely flavorful. I have tried making this recipe with different variety of fishes and the result is always perfect.

Variations

• You can substitute Salmon fish fillet with any meaty fish fillet. The marination and cooking time may vary for different fishes.
• If you prefer to use smaller pieces of fish you can cut the fish into at least 2 inch pieces.
• Cherry tomatoes can be substituted with large tomatoes too. Slice the tomatoes into smaller pieces and then add to the recipe.
• I sometime enjoy adding some sliced onions to the recipe too while adding the tomatoes.
• Add the spices as per preference of heat.
• You can also bake this recipe in the oven at 180°C for 15-20 minutes.

Ingredients

• Salmon : You can use frozen or fresh salmon fillet for this recipe. If using frozen fish, thaw the fish completely before cooking. You can also cut the salmon into small pieces too.
• Butter or Olive Oil : Both butter and olive oil taste great for this recipe. You can also combine both butter and olive oil.
• Garlic : Garlic is finely chopped and fried in oil to add an extra garlicky flavor. Be careful not to burn the garlic as they can cook very quickly.
• Lemon : I have used half a lemon for this recipe. You can also use lime or ready to use lemon juice. Although ready to use lemon juice can have a slightly different taste, so i prefer using fresh lime or lemon.
• Cherry Tomatoes : Add cherry tomatoes whole or sliced into halves.
• Garlic Powder : Garlic powder is used with other spices to marinate the fish.
• Salt & Pepper : Salt and pepper for seasoning. Add as per preference.
• Red Chili Powder : Paprika or red chili powder adds an extra heat and flavor. Skip it if you do not want it to be too spicy.
• Coriander Leaves : For freshness add finely chopped coriander leaves at the end, but I also like to add them while the fish is cooking. Doing so releases more flavor of coriander in the oil.

How to cook the perfect Salmon (Step by Step Photo Guide)

Step 1: Marinate

Place the salmon fillet on a plate and coat both the sides of the salmon with garlic powder, pepper powder, red chili powder and salt. Let it marinate for a few minutes while you chop the garlic and cherry tomatoes.

Step 2: Fry Garlic

Heat a cast iron pan and add Olive oil or butter. The add the chopped garlic and fry for 2-3 seconds.

Step 3: Cook the Fish

Gently place the salmon fillet on the fried garlic and add the chopped cherry tomatoes. Cook the fish for 5 minutes and then carefully flip the fish using a spatula. Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 4: Garnish

Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves and juice of half a lemon.

Step 5: Serve

Serve hot. Top the fish with the remaining juices and fat from the pan.

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What to Serve with Lemon Garlic Salmon?

Serve this fish recipe with some mashed potatoes and grilled/roasted asparagus or beans. It can also be served with a side of salad and sauce.

In my family we like to serve it the Indian way with rice and vegetables, or as a side with pasta. It is also a great potluck recipe for gatherings.

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