Try this antioxidant-packed baked salmon with blueberry BEET sauce, garnished with mint for a fresh take on a deliciously classic dinner! Just use ready-to-eat beets for a quick and simple meal prep!
This recipe from Love Beets is an ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Heart-Check Certified Recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Calories | 320 | |
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Total Fat | 10.0 g | |
Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | |
Trans Fat | 0.0 g | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | |
Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
Sodium | 222 mg | |
Total Carbohydrate | 22 g | |
Dietary Fiber | 8 g | |
Sugars | 14 g | |
Protein | 34 g |
Ingredients
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2 4-ounce fresh salmon filets -
2 tablespoons lemon juice -
2 teaspoons olive oil -
1/8 teaspoon salt -
1/4 teaspoon pepper -
1 cup fresh blueberries -
1/4 cup water -
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar -
1 teaspoon lemon zest -
2 garlic cloves (minced) -
1 small shallot (thinly sliced) -
1/2 cup cooked beets (quartered) -
1 tablespoon fresh mint to garnish
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Season salmon with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes until the fish is opaque. Broil for 1-2 additional minutes if desired. -
In a small saucepan over medium low heat, add blueberries, water, apple cider vinegar, shallot, and garlic. Stir together and gently mash the blueberries. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens. Add beets and stir together until combined. -
Plate salmon, top with blueberry beet sauce and fresh mint.