Baked Salmon with Cherry Tomato Emulsion

Baked salmon with cherry tomato emulsion is an elegant and flavorful dish that combines the delicacy of salmon with the freshness of cherry tomatoes. Here is a delicious recipe you can try:

Ingredients

• 4 salmon steaks (about 200 g each)
• 250 g of cherry tomatoes
• 60 ml of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove of garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil to taste
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
2. Arrange the salmon steaks on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, season with a drizzle of oil, salt, pepper, and a little lemon juice. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
3. Bake the salmon and cook it for about 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the steaks and the desired doneness.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the cherry tomato emulsion. Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
5. In a pan, heat some oil and add a crushed clove of garlic. Let it brown slightly.
6. Add the cherry tomatoes to the pan and cook until they start to fall apart, stirring gently.
7. Remove the garlic and transfer the tomatoes to a blender. Add the fresh basil, salt, pepper, the rest of the oil, and a couple of tablespoons of hot water to help with the emulsion.
8. Blend everything until you get a smooth sauce, adding the balsamic vinegar for a touch of acidity, if desired.
9. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your taste.
10. Once the salmon is ready, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
11. Arrange the salmon on plates, garnish with the cherry tomato emulsion, and decorate with some fresh basil leaves.

Curiosity

The cherry tomato emulsion is a sauce that enhances the taste of the salmon without overpowering it. The use of basil adds an Italian touch to this dish, recalling classic Mediterranean flavors. Moreover, cherry tomatoes, rich in lycopene, are known for their antioxidant properties.

Enjoy your meal!