Ingredients
– 2-pound salmon filet with skin and pin bones removed
– 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil for seasoning the salmon
– ΒΎ teaspoon kosher salt for seasoning the salmon
– 5 tablespoons olive oil for the herb salsa
– ΒΌ teaspoon kosher salt for the herb salsa
– 1 medium finely diced shallot (about 3 tablespoons) for macerating in vinegar
– 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar for macerating the shallot
– 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley for the herb salsa
– 1 tablespoon fresh chervil (or extra parsley as a substitute) for the herb salsa
– 1 tablespoon fresh chives for the herb salsa
– 1 tablespoon fresh basil for the herb salsa
– 1 teaspoon fresh tarragon for the herb salsa
– 2 to 3 teaspoons white wine vinegar for seasoning the herb salsa
– Freshly ground black pepper to taste for the herb salsa
Instructions
1-Let’s walk through preparing this slow roasted salmon with fresh herb salsa in a simple, step-by-step way. Start by preheating your oven to 225Β°F (105Β°C) and positioning the rack in the middle for even cooking. This low temperature is key to keeping the salmon moist and tender, as mentioned in the recipe details.
2-Place the 2-pound salmon filet, with skin and pin bones removed, on a baking sheet. Drizzle it with 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle ΒΎ teaspoon of kosher salt evenly over the top. Roast it for 40 to 50 minutes until the salmon flakes easily in the thickest part and still looks slightly translucent inside.
3-While the salmon roasts, prepare the fresh herb salsa to complement its flavors. Begin by dicing 1 medium shallot finely (about 3 tablespoons) and let it sit in 3 tablespoons of white wine vinegar for 15 minutes to reduce its sharpness and bring out sweetness. In a separate bowl, mix 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley, 1 tablespoon fresh chervil (or extra parsley), 1 tablespoon fresh chives, 1 tablespoon fresh basil, 1 teaspoon fresh tarragon, 5 tablespoons olive oil, ΒΌ teaspoon kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
4-Just before serving, drain the shallots and add them to the herb mixture, then stir in 2 to 3 teaspoons of the vinegar from the maceration for extra zing. After roasting, remove any coagulated white protein from the salmon for a cleaner look. Break the salmon into rustic pieces, spoon the herb salsa over it, and serve it warm, chilled, or at room temperature the total time is about 1 hour.
Last Step:
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π‘οΈ Slow roasting at low temperature is key – it keeps the salmon incredibly moist and prevents the common problem of dry, overcooked fish
πΏ Macerating the shallot in vinegar for 15 minutes tames its sharp bite and brings out its natural sweetness
π The salmon skin can be easily removed after cooking – simply slide a spatula between the skin and flesh
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 439
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 405mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 83mg
