Salmon with Lentils
This hearty dish features pan-seared salmon served over a bed of flavorful lentils.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
- Thyme - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, diced
- Celery - 1 stalk, diced
- Carrot - 1, diced
- Chicken broth - 2 cups
- Green lentils - 1 cup
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Salmon fillets - 4 (6 ounce)
Let's Get Started
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the salmon and cook until golden and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the carrot, celery, onion, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the lentils, chicken broth, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Season the lentils with salt and pepper, then stir in the parsley.
- Serve the salmon over the lentils.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g