Citrusy avocado Salmon

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Try this incredibly simple yet yummy pan-seared salmon topped with a creamy & citrusy avocado and basil sauce. It speaks for itself so try it and you’ll understand. Bon appetit!

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Serves 4  l  Difficulty: easy  l  Prep time: 10min  l  Total time: 20min

Ingredients 

SALMON

  • 4 x 6 ounce salmon filets

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Fresh minced basil, for garnish

  • Lemon wedges, for serving

AVOCADO SAUCE

  • 1 ripe avocado, halved, seeded and peeled

  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

  • 1 clove garlic

  • Half a lemon, juice squeezed

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut cream

  • Pink Himalayan salt and fresh pepper, to taste

 

Steps 

  1. Combine creamy avocado sauce ingredients in a blender, blend until smooth and creamy, set aside.

  2. Season salmon filets with salt and pepper on both sides. Coat the bottom of a skillet with olive oil, over medium-high heat. Once oil is hot, add salmon filets and sear for 5-6 minutes. Flip and sear for 5-6 additional minutes.

  3. Transfer salmon filets to a plate and top with creamy avocado sauce. Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve immediately with a lemon wedge.

  4. Enjoy this with your favorite side.

 
 
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