Balsamic Salmon and Brussels

Apr 15, 2021

Ingredients

Salmon

4, 6 oz wild salmon fillets

Salt and pepper

1 tbsp avocado oil

Parsley for garnish

Balsamic Glaze

            ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

            1/8 cup low sodium chicken broth

            1 tbsp honey

            1 tsp Dijon mustard

            ½ tsp minced garlic

Brussels sprouts

            1 lb Brussel sprouts

            1 tbsp avocado oil

            2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

            ½ tsp minced garlic

            Salt and pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450. Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Rinse sprouts in water and chop off ends. Cut sprouts in half.
  3. Whisk together oil, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Mix together with Brussels sprouts. Once fully covered, spread spouts evenly on baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.
  5. Drizzle remaining balsamic over sprouts.
  6. While Brussel sprouts are cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Add salmon to skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. While salmon is cooking, whisk together balsamic vinegar mixture. Add mixture to skillet and simmer until fish is fork tender and liquid reduces and thickens (about 5 minutes).
  8. Plate salmon and brussels together and enjoy!

Nutritional info per serving: serves 4

Calories: 417

Protein: 39 g

Fat: 21 g

Carbs: 18 g

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