Dinner for 3
Salmon Basil Sauce Salad
$24.87for 440 minServes 3
Seasoned salmon cooks in a skillet and pairs with creamy basil sauce, tomatoes, corn, and fresh greens.
Photo: pinchofyum.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Salmon fillets, 1 lb$9.99/lb typical | 1 lb | $9.99Typical price |
 | Fresh herbs (cilantro, 0.25$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.46Typical price |
 | Mint, 1$1.99 each typical | 1 | $1.99Typical price |
 | Garlic, a little$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.08Typical price |
 | Parmesan, 1 oz$0.55/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.48Typical price |
 | Juice, 0.75 oz$0.04/oz typical | 0.75 oz | $0.03Typical price |
 | Cherry and grape tomatoes, 8 oz$0.30/oz typical | 8 oz | $2.38Typical price |
 | Corn on the cob, 2$0.60 each typical | 2 | $1.20Typical price |
 | Spinach, 1.5 oz$0.35/oz typical | 1.5 oz | $0.52Typical price |
 | Rice, 6.5 oz$0.08/oz typical | 6.5 oz | $0.52Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $18.65 | ||
Swaps
- Swap salmon fillets for white fish (tilapiaabout $3.00/lb less at typical prices
- Swap rice for quinoaabout $0.12/oz more at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Salt and pepperSugar and brown sugarOlive and cooking oilDried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsMustard, mayo, ketchup
Not included in the cost.
- 40 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 3servings as written
- $$$$typical cost tier
AmericanGluten-freeHigh-proteinDinnersLunchesSummer
$6.22 per serving$24.87 for 4
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Ingredients
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp coarse kosher salt
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb salmon filet
- 1/2 cup packed fresh basil
- 1 bunch fresh chives
- 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 cup mayo (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
- small pinch of salt (optional)
- 1 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 ear sweet corn
- 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach or spring greens
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp minced chives or parsley
- salt (optional)
- 2 cups cooked rice or grains for serving (optional)
Steps
- Stir paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and sugar together in a small bowl.
- Mix chopped basil, chives, oregano, garlic, mayonnaise, parmesan, and lemon juice in another bowl.
- Toss the tomatoes, corn kernels, spinach, olive oil, and minced chives in a large bowl.
- Rub the seasoning over the salmon.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, and cook the salmon for 4 to 6 minutes per side until it reaches 145 F.
- Spoon the basil sauce over the salmon and serve it with the tomato salad.
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