Georgian-Style King Salmon with Walnut Herbs
Rich oven-roasted king salmon meets peak-summer Washington heirloom tomatoes and a Georgian-inspired toasted-walnut herb sauce for an elegant dinner that stays weeknight-friendly.
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Ingredients
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King Salmon Fillet12 ounces $29.99
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Organic Heirloom Tomatoes12 ounces $4.43
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walnut halves1/2 cup
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organic Italian parsley leaves1/2 cup loosely packed $2.29
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organic cilantro leaves1/4 cup loosely packed $1.99
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organic garlic2 cloves $2.69
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organic lemon1 medium, yielding 1 teaspoon zest and 2 tablespoons juice $1.29
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extra-virgin olive oil3 tablespoons
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ground coriander1 teaspoon
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smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon
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red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon
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honey1 teaspoon
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water3 tablespoons
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kosher salt1 1/4 teaspoons
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freshly ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425°F and line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment; cut 12 ounces Organic Heirloom Tomatoes into thick wedges, finely chop 1/2 cup organic Italian parsley leaves and 1/4 cup organic cilantro leaves, and mince 2 cloves organic garlic.
- Spread 1/2 cup walnut halves on the prepared pan, toast for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a plate and let them cool for 5 minutes.
- Toss 12 ounces tomato wedges with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper on the sheet pan; roast for 10 minutes.
- Pat 12 ounces King Salmon Fillet dry and rub it with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; nestle it among the 12 ounces partially roasted tomatoes and roast for 9 to 12 minutes, until the center reaches 125–130°F for medium or 145°F for fully cooked, then rest for 5 minutes.
- Pulse the toasted 1/2 cup walnut halves, chopped 1/2 cup organic Italian parsley leaves, chopped 1/4 cup organic cilantro leaves, minced 2 cloves organic garlic, 1 teaspoon organic lemon zest, 2 tablespoons organic lemon juice, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon honey, 3 tablespoons water, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt into a textured sauce.
- Divide the 12 ounces roasted heirloom tomatoes between two plates, portion the 12 ounces roasted king salmon over them, and finish each serving with half of the walnut-herb sauce.
Total time: 45 minutes
Estimated cost: $32–$38 for 2 servings
Health notes: About 760 calories per serving, with roughly 38 grams of protein, heart-healthy omega-3 fats, and a generous serving of tomatoes.
Drink pairing: A dry Orange Wine complements the walnuts and herbs while standing up to the rich king salmon and tangy tomatoes.