Crispy Salmon with Noodle Salad Recipe
Category: Main Dishes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Salmon fillets | 600g |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 20g |
| Salt | To taste |
| Black pepper | To taste |
| Thyme | To taste |
| Dill | To taste |
| Taggiasca olives | 50g |
| Pistachios | 50g |
| Lemon | 1 |
| Noodles | 200g |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Fresh ginger | 40g |
| Fresh chili | 1 |
| Extra virgin olive oil (for the noodles) | 1 tablespoon |
| Swiss chard (or chard) | 400g |
Instructions:
To make this crispy salmon with noodles, let’s begin with preparing the salmon:
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Prepare the Salmon: Start by carefully removing the skin from the salmon fillets using a sharp knife. Place the clean fillets on a baking tray.
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Season the Salmon: Season the fillets with salt, pepper, sprigs of thyme, and fresh dill. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and add the Taggiasca olives on top. Massage the seasonings into the salmon fillets to ensure an even coating of flavors.
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Add Lemon Zest: Grate the zest of the lemon over the fillets, then slice the lemon into wedges and place them around the salmon for added zest.
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Bake the Salmon: Preheat the oven to 200°C (static setting) and bake the salmon for about 20 minutes, until the fish is fully cooked and crispy on top.
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Prepare the Noodle Salad: While the salmon is baking, begin by preparing the Swiss chard. Cut off the stems, wash the leaves thoroughly, and roughly chop them into bite-sized pieces.
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Ginger and Chili: Peel and slice the fresh ginger into thin strips. Remove the stem from the chili pepper, slice it in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds.
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Cook the Noodles: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions, usually for about 6-7 minutes.
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Sauté the Noodle Salad: While the noodles are cooking, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large pan. Add the whole garlic cloves, ginger, and chili to the pan, letting the flavors infuse for a couple of minutes. Then, add the chopped Swiss chard and stir to combine, allowing it to cook until the chard wilts and softens.
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Combine Noodles and Salad: Once the noodles are done, drain them and toss them into the pan with the chard mixture. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
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Finish the Dish: Once the salmon is out of the oven, serve the crispy fillets on top of the noodle salad. Top with a sprinkle of pistachios and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
This crispy salmon with noodle salad makes for a wonderfully balanced, flavorful, and nutritious main dish, perfect for a light yet filling meal. Enjoy!
This recipe for Crispy Salmon with Noodle Salad is not only a feast for the senses but also an excellent way to incorporate fresh, healthy ingredients into your everyday meals. The delicate salmon paired with vibrant, stir-fried noodles and Swiss chard brings together a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. You can easily customize this dish by adding more of your favorite herbs, nuts, or vegetables to make it even more personalized!
