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Salmon With Pistachio Basil Butter

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This elegant yet simple dish features tender salmon fillets crowned with a luxurious pistachio basil butter. The compound butter brings together the earthy richness of roasted pistachios, the bright freshness of basil, and a hint of zesty lime juice for a perfect balance of flavors. The salmon is baked until flaky and moist, absorbing the subtle aromatics from the white wine and herbs. It&# 226;ÂÂs an impressive main course that comes together quickly, making it ideal for date nights or special weeknight dinners. The nutty, herbal sauce elevates the fish without overpowering it, creating a sophisticated meal that feels restaurant-quality but is easy to prepare at home.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 57.5
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This elegant yet simple dish features tender salmon fillets crowned with a luxurious pistachio basil butter. The compound butter brings together the earthy richness of roasted pistachios, the bright freshness of basil, and a hint of zesty lime juice for a perfect balance of flavors. The salmon is baked until flaky and moist, absorbing the subtle aromatics from the white wine and herbs. It&# 226;ÂÂs an impressive main course that comes together quickly, making it ideal for date nights or special weeknight dinners. The nutty, herbal sauce elevates the fish without overpowering it, creating a sophisticated meal that feels restaurant-quality but is easy to prepare at home.
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cups Pistachios (about 1 ounce) - temperature
  • 10 lg Fresh basil leaves or 1/4
  • 1 teaspoons Lime juice
Directions
  1. 1
    Process pistachios, 10 basil leaves, and 1 garlic clove in a food processor until finely chopped.
  2. 2
    Add 1/2 cup softened butter and 1 teaspoon lime juice to the processor and blend until fully incorporated into the mixture.
  3. 3
    Season the pistachio butter mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
  4. 4
    Transfer the butter mixture to a small bowl and refrigerate until well chilled.
  5. 5
    Preheat oven to 400ðF (204ðC).
  6. 6
    Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  7. 7
    Place six 1-1/2-inch-thick salmon fillets in the dish in a single layer.
  8. 8
    Pour 1/2 cup dry white wine over the salmon fillets.
  9. 9
    Season the salmon with salt and pepper.
  10. 10
    Bake salmon until almost opaque on top, about 10 minutes.
  11. 11
    Remove from oven and place 2 tablespoons of the pistachio butter atop each salmon fillet.
  12. 12
    Return to oven and continue baking until salmon fillets are just opaque in the center, about 5 minutes more.
  13. 13
    Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 57.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.5g3%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 10.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 6.8g3%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g16%
Sugars 0.8g
Protein 8.0g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The pistachio butter can be prepared up to 4 days in advance. Keep it refrigerated until ready to use.

If you do not have a food processor, you can finely chop the pistachios and basil by hand, but the texture will be less smooth.

For a lighter version, you can reduce the amount of butter or substitute with a high-quality olive oil, though the melting point and texture will differ.

Ensure the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness; it should flake easily with a fork but still remain moist.

Keywords: salmon, pistachio butter, basil, compound butter, baked fish, dinner recipe, seafood, lime juice, white wine, easy main, healthy, nutty, herb butter, quick meal, elegant
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