Description
A delicious and nutritious recipe featuring tender salmon fillets served over flavorful braised lentils cooked with aromatic onions, garlic, and thyme. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner, this dish combines protein-rich salmon with hearty lentils simmered in vegetable broth for a comforting and balanced meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 fillets salmon
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Braised Lentils
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Prepare Lentils: Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water and set aside to remove any impurities and excess starch.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they are soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Lentils: Add the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and thyme to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Braise Lentils: Cover the pot and let the lentils cook gently for 25-30 minutes, or until they are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Season Salmon: While the lentils are cooking, season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper evenly on both sides.
- Cook Salmon: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little olive oil if needed and cook the salmon fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side, until they are cooked through and have a nice sear.
- Serve: Plate the braised lentils and top each serving with a cooked salmon fillet. Serve warm and enjoy your healthy meal.
Notes
- Use brown or green lentils for best texture; red lentils may get too mushy.
- Adjust salt according to your taste and dietary needs.
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice over the salmon before serving.
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth if preferred.
- Make sure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
