Citrus-Basil Salmon Recipe

Name: Citrus-Basil Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 2 tbsp. basil olive oil; 4 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 4 tbsp. fresh lime juice; 1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest; 1 1/2 tsp. grated lime zest; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper; 4 skinless salmon fillets (about 1- to 1 1/4-inch thick); Julienned strips of fresh basil leaves, lemon zest, and lime zest; Steamed baby squash or green and yellow waxed beans

Servings: persons

2 tbsp. basil olive oil
4 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
4 tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 1/2 tsp. grated lime zest
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper
4 skinless salmon fillets (about 1- to 1 1/4-inch thick)
Julienned strips of fresh basil leaves, lemon zest, and lime zest
Steamed baby squash or green and yellow waxed beans

1
In a large shallow dish, whisk together 1 tablespoon of the basil oil, 3 tablespoons of the lemon juice, 3 tablespoons of the lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon of the grated lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon of the grated lime zest, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper.
2
Add salmon to dish, turning to coat fillets.
3
Spray a large nonstick skillet with olive oil cooking spray.
4
Heat over medium-high heat.
5
Add salmon, rounded side down, and cook 4 minutes.
6
Turn fillets and cook 3 to 4 minutes for medium-rare or longer for desired doneness.
7
Remove from heat.
8
Spoon the remaining 1 tablespoon basil oil and the remaining 1 tablespoon each lemon juice and lime juice over fillets, dividing evenly.
9
Sprinkle fillets with the remaining 1 teaspoon each lemon zest and lime zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
10
Garnish with strips of basil, lemon zest, and lime zest.
11
Serve with baby squash or mixed beans.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp. basil olive oil, 4 tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 4 tbsp. fresh lime juice, 1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Citrus-Basil Salmon falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Citrus-Basil Salmon

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