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Salmon with Balsamic-Blistered Tomatoes
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Salmon with Balsamic-Blistered Tomatoes

Easy Broiled Salmon with Balsamic-Blistered Tomatoes and fresh basil. This healthy, flavorful dinner is ready in 30 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4
Author: Jamie Vespa MS, RD

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet or baking dish
  • Large skillet

Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 4 (6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt, divided
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots
  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup torn basil leaves, divided
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • Position the oven rack to the upper third of your oven; it should be about 6 inches from the broiling element at the top. Preheat broiler to HIGH.
    Arrange salmon fillets, skin side-down, on a large rimmed baking sheet or baking dish. Drizzle with 2 Tablespoons olive oil, and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper.
    Broil the salmon fillets, rotating the pan once halfway through, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and appears medium in the center, about 8 to 10 minutes. If you prefer your salmon well-done, leave it in for another 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 Tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Add shallots and cook until soft, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, garlic, 1/4 cup of the basil, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and red pepper flakes (if using).
    Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until the tomatoes start to break down. Add balsamic vinegar and cook 2 more minutes.
  • Place salmon fillets on a platter and spoon balsamic-tomato mixture overtop. Garnish with remaining torn basil leaves.

Notes

  • TO STORE: Refrigerate salmon in an airtight storage container for up to 2 days. 
  • TO REHEAT: Gently rewarm leftovers in a skillet on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1fillet with tomato topping | Calories: 412kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 760mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g