Description
Indulge in The Best Tuscan Marry Me Salmon, a dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine with its succulent salmon fillets and vibrant Tuscan ingredients. This recipe features fresh cherry tomatoes, aromatic basil, and zesty lemon juice, creating a meal that’s sure to impress your loved ones. Perfect for date nights or family dinners, this dish promises an unforgettable dining experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering everything on your countertop.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange salmon fillets in a baking dish and scatter cherry tomatoes around them. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with minced garlic.
- Squeeze lemon juice generously over the salmon and tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the tomatoes burst with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with toppings (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 364
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 515mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg