Salmon with Vegetables

I can propose a simple and tasty recipe for making salmon with vegetables. This dish will be a great way to enjoy the benefits of fish and vegetables, creating a balanced harmony of flavors.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon steaks (about 150-200 g each)
• 2 zucchini
• 2 carrots
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 clove of garlic
• Aromatic herbs to taste (for example, thyme or rosemary)

Preparation

1. Start by washing all the vegetables. Cut the zucchini and carrots into sticks, and the peppers into strips after removing seeds and internal filaments.
2. In a large pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and add a crushed garlic clove. Let it brown and then remove the garlic.
3. Add the vegetables to the pan and sauté over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes or until they have softened but are still crunchy. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Meanwhile, season the salmon steaks with salt, pepper, and a bit of lemon juice.
5. In a second pan, heat a drizzle of oil and lay the salmon steaks skin side down. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the steaks, until the skin is crispy and the flesh is cooked but still moist inside.
6. Once both the salmon and the vegetables are ready, arrange a bed of vegetables on a plate and place the salmon steak on top.
7. Garnish with fresh aromatic herbs and a splash of lemon juice before serving.

To add an extra Italian touch, you might sprinkle a pinch of dried or fresh oregano on the fish before cooking it or finish it off with a drizzle of raw olive oil when serving. Enjoy your meal!

Fun Fact

Salmon is a very versatile fish in the kitchen and is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for our body, particularly for the cardiovascular system.