How to Make Salmon with Warm Lentil Salad Recipe | Extra Sharp | Real Simple

green lentils

🥗Healthier: black lentils

💰Cheaper: canned lentils

Canned lentils save time and are more affordable.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Tilapia is a budget-friendly fish option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

Rinse lentils under cold water and drain.

In a pot, combine lentils, vegetable broth, and bay leaves; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer lentils for 20-25 minutes until tender; drain and discard bay leaves.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; add chopped carrots, celery, and onion.

Sauté vegetables for 5-7 minutes until softened; add minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Stir in the cooked lentils, cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; mix well and heat through.

Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.

In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; add salmon fillets skin-side down.

Cook salmon for 4-5 minutes until golden; flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.

Remove salmon from skillet and let rest for a minute before serving.

To serve, place warm lentil salad on plates and top with salmon; garnish with fresh parsley.

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