Tuscan Salmon Recipe
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this Tuscan salmon recipe that transports you to the heart of Italy. With crispy skin, fresh herbs, and a buttery white wine sauce, each bite is a celebration of Mediterranean cuisine. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this dish is both elegant and easy to prepare, making it your new go-to for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Push tomatoes aside and place salmon skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour in white wine; simmer for a minute before adding butter, lemon juice, and basil. Stir to combine.
- Transfer skillet to oven or place salmon on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg