Turmeric Salmon with Herby Yogurt Sauce
This turmeric salmon recipe is SO delicious and ready in 20 minutes. Paired with a herby yogurt sauce, this dish is easy, healthy, high in protein and high in omega 3 fatty acids. Enjoy with a side of greens and grains!
Ingredients
- 2 filets wild caught salmon
- 2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt & pepper , to taste
Herby Yogurt Sauce
- ⅔ cup plain greek yogurt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped finely
- 1 lemon, juice only
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- salt & pepper , to taste
Instructions
- Mix olive or avocado oil, turmeric powder, garlic powder, and cumin together in a small bowl.
- Brush all of the oil-turmeric mixture over salmon fillets, coating well. Crack salt + pepper over salmon and set aside.
- Make the yogurt sauce by placing all sauce ingredients in a food processor. Pulse until well-combined. Set aside.
- Heat a frying pan over high heat. Test to make sure the pan is hot enough by splashing a drop of water on it. If it sizzles – you're good to go! Take your salmon fillets and place them skin side down onto the hot pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes (depending on thickness), using a spatula to press salmon down.
- Once the sides of the salmon have turned more opaque, flip the fish so that the skin-less side is touching the pan. Turn off the heat, and let the fish cook for another minute or two. The goal is to have the outside cooked, but the insides soft and tender.
- Transfer the cooked salmon to a plate, leaving the crispy skin on. Serve with a side of cooked grains and veggies. Drizzle yogurt sauce overtop + enjoy!