Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with an unexpected culinary masterpiece that will transform your dinner routine! This Hearts of Palm with Salmon recipe is not just a meal—it's a gourmet experience that combines the delicate, artichoke-like texture of hearts of palm with the rich, succulent flavors of perfectly seared salmon. In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that looks impressive, tastes extraordinary, and will have your family and friends begging for seconds. Get ready to elevate your cooking game with this simple yet sophisticated recipe that proves healthy eating can be absolutely delicious!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can hearts of palm, sliced
- 2 fillets of salmon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by draining the hearts of palm and patting them dry with paper towels. Slice the hearts of palm into 1/2-inch thick rounds if not already pre-sliced.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Ensure the salmon is at room temperature before cooking to promote even heating.
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be shimmering but not smoking when ready.
- Carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for approximately 4-5 minutes until the skin becomes crispy and golden brown.
- Gently flip the salmon and add the sliced hearts of palm to the same skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness and the hearts of palm are lightly golden.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the salmon and hearts of palm during the last minute of cooking to add brightness and acidity.
- Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the salmon and hearts of palm to serving plates.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Allow salmon to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking to ensure even heating and prevent dry edges.
- Dry Is Key: Always pat your salmon and hearts of palm dry with paper towels to achieve a beautiful golden-brown sear.
- Oil Temperature: Use a large non-stick skillet and heat olive oil until it's shimmering but not smoking for the perfect sear.
- Skin-Side First: Start cooking salmon skin-side down to create a crispy, flavorful exterior.
- Don't Overcook: Salmon cooks quickly—aim for a slightly translucent center for maximum tenderness.
- Fresh Herbs Matter: Use freshly chopped parsley for garnish to add a burst of color and fresh flavor.
- Lemon Tip: Add lemon juice in the final minute of cooking to preserve its bright, zesty flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 55mg
