Description
A delicious recipe for Seared Salmon with Pea Purée & Herb Crust that is both flavorful and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin removed
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Start by cooking the peas in boiling water for about 2-3 minutes until tender. Drain and transfer to a blender or food processor.
- Add mint, parsley, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to the peas in the blender. Blend until smooth. If the purée is too thick, add a little water to reach your desired consistency. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the salmon fillets to the skillet. Sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown.
- During the last minute of cooking, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on top of each salmon fillet and sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the mustard. Press gently to adhere.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let the salmon rest for a minute.
- To serve, spoon the pea purée onto each plate and place a salmon fillet on top. Garnish with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the pea purée.
- Substitute the salmon with trout or chicken breast for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with purée
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg