SALMON WITH ROMESCO SAUCE OVER KALE
Welcome to a culinary adventure that's nothing short of extraordinary! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our Salmon with Romesco Sauce over a bed of sautéed kale. This dish isn't just a meal; it's a masterpiece, a symphony of flavors, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
SALMON SOARS TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH ROMESCO SAUCE AND KALE
Ingredients:
For the Salmon:
- 4 (4-oz.) skinned salmon fillets
- 1 ½ large roasted red bell peppers (from a jar or can)
- ⅓ cup tomato puree
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- ⅓ cup slivered almonds (preferably toasted)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- ½ tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Sautéed Kale:
- 3 cups chopped kale
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 113
- Total Fat: 7.6g (11% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g (5% DV)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Sodium: 157mg (6% DV)
- Total Carbohydrate: 4.2g (1% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 0.9g (3% DV)
- Sugars: 1.9g
- Protein: 6.9g
Instructions:
- Grill the Salmon:
- Start your culinary journey by firing up the grill. Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and grill them for approximately 5 minutes on each side or until they reach your preferred level of doneness.
- For the Romesco sauce, prepare a flavor-packed fiesta by combining the following 9 ingredients in a food processor until finely chopped:
- Roasted red bell peppers
- Tomato puree
- Crushed garlic clove
- Slivered almonds
- Chopped parsley
- Red wine vinegar
- Paprika
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- This delightful sauce can be made up to a week ahead and stored in the refrigerator, ready to elevate any dish!
- In a large skillet, work your sauté magic. Start by placing olive oil and lightly sautéing the crushed garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add the chopped kale and cook until it begins to wilt. Drizzle in balsamic vinegar, give it a toss, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Now comes the grand finale! Plate the grilled salmon, generously covered with the luscious Romesco sauce, atop the flavorful sautéed kale.
Notes:
- Romesco sauce is a versatile gem that can be made ahead and enjoyed as a dip or as a topping for various dishes, including fish, chicken, pork, and more. Get creative and savor its delightful possibilities!
- Now, with your taste buds primed and your apron on, embark on this culinary journey and experience the magic of Salmon with Romesco Sauce over Kale. Bon appétit!