Herbed Citrus Salmon Recipe

Name: Herbed Citrus Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 1 sprig fresh thyme, bruised; 1/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal(R) Coarse Sea Salt; 2 (6 ounce) salmon fillets; Citrus Herbed Butter:; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal(R) Coarse Sea Salt; 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves; 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped Italian parsley leaves; 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed orange juice

Servings: persons

1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 sprig fresh thyme, bruised
1/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal(R) Coarse Sea Salt
2 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
Citrus Herbed Butter:
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal(R) Coarse Sea Salt
1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped Italian parsley leaves
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed orange juice

1
Stir together orange juice, thyme and Diamond Crystal(R) Coarse Sea Salt in a shallow dish until salt is dissolved. Place salmon into the marinade and coat on each side. Arrange pieces skin side up in the dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate 30 minutes.
2
Citrus Herbed Butter: Combine butter, Diamond Crystal(R) Coarse Sea Salt, orange zest, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and orange juice in a bowl. Mix well to form a spreadable paste. Cover and refrigerate.
3
Remove salmon from marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Arrange fillets skin side down on baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil to coat.
4
Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
5
Broil fish until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes.
6
Place fillets on serving plates. Top fish with 1 teaspoon of Citrus Herbed Butter and a generous pinch of Diamond Crystal(R) Coarse Sea Salt. Serve immediately.

200

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 1 sprig fresh thyme, bruised, 1/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal(R) Coarse Sea Salt, 2 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, and more.

Yes, Herbed Citrus 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.

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Herbed Citrus Salmon

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