Easy Balsamic Salmon with Strawberry Salsa Recipe
This Easy Balsamic Salmon with Strawberry Salsa is a delightful and healthy dish featuring tender, oven-baked salmon glazed with tangy balsamic vinegar and topped with a fresh, zesty strawberry salsa. Perfect for a quick dinner, this recipe combines the rich flavors of salmon with the sweet and slightly spicy notes of strawberry salsa, making it a vibrant and nutritious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon:
- 1 large salmon fillet (about 1 ½ pounds)
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- Kosher salt, to taste
For the Strawberry Salsa:
- 1 ½ cups diced strawberries (about ½ pint)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon diced jalapeño
- 2 tablespoons diced green onion
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Heat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the salmon.
- Prepare the Salmon: Place the salmon fillet on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Remove any remaining pin bones carefully with tweezers to ensure the fish is bone-free.
- Brush with Balsamic Vinegar: Use a pastry brush to coat half of the balsamic vinegar over the salmon fillet evenly. Reserve the other half for later use.
- Season the Salmon: Sprinkle kosher salt over the salmon to your taste preference.
- First Bake: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
- Brush with Remaining Balsamic: Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven using oven mitts, then brush the salmon with the remaining balsamic vinegar to enhance flavor.
- Finish Baking: Return the salmon to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Adjust cook time depending on thickness.
- Make the Strawberry Salsa: While the salmon bakes, combine diced strawberries, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeño, diced green onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Once the salmon is cooked, top it generously with the strawberry salsa and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best salsa flavor.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity depending on your spice preference.
- Ensure salmon is cooked to your preferred doneness but avoid overcooking to maintain moisture.
- Strawberry salsa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
- Removing pin bones is crucial for a pleasant eating experience.
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