Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsNikosSeared Lemon Salmon Recipe

Seared Lemon Salmon Recipe

Inspired by Nikos
Time1h 30m
Serves4

purple potatoes, lemon caper sauce, roasted beet salad

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beets

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beets in aluminum foil and roast them in the oven for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Allow them to cool, peel, and slice them thinly.

  2. 2

    Cook the Purple Potatoes

    While the beets are roasting, wash and chop the purple potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Boil them in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Lemon Caper Sauce

    In a small saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the juice of 1 lemon and capers. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.

  4. 4

    Sear the Salmon

    Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets, skin side down, and sear for about 4-5 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until cooked through and flaky.

  5. 5

    Plate the Dish

    On each plate, arrange a bed of mixed greens, add the roasted beet slices and boiled purple potatoes. Place the seared salmon on top and drizzle with lemon caper sauce.

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