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Tomato Basil Salmon

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A quick and healthy dish combining fresh tomatoes, fragrant basil, and succulent salmon, perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on or off)
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced Fresh tomatoes work best.
  • 1 cup shredded or sliced mozzarella or parmesan cheese Use your preferred cheese.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt & cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil leaves, torn or sliced For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking dish with foil or parchment paper.
  3. Drizzle the salmon fillets with olive oil and rub on the minced garlic.
  4. Season the fillets with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  5. Place two tomato slices on top of each fillet, then add a generous sprinkle of cheese.
Cooking
  1. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until it flakes easily and the cheese is bubbly.
  2. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

If you have leftovers, cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave. For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for an hour before cooking. If you like a crispy top, broil for the last couple of minutes.
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