SALMON WITH HERBED MUSTARD SAUCE

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A natural affinity exists between salmon and mustard. In this dinner recipe, a sauce of fresh lemon juice and herbs temper the heat of the mustard, but its flavor remains strong enough to stand up to the salmon.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Salmon Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat broiler with rack 4 inches from the heat.
  • Rinse salmon and pat dry with paper towels. Place salmon on a broiler pan and drizzle 2 tablespoons of lemon juice over the top. Season with salt and pepper. Broil until salmon is just cooked but still moist, 8 to 9 minutes. Remove the salmon's skin.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together the mustard, remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice, oil, dill, and basil. Spoon the sauce over the salmon and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 41 g

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