Pan Seared Salmon with Basil Dressing

Becky Singleton • Speaking of Women's Health keynote speaker

A fantastic salmon recipe that you can whip up in less than 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• salt & pepper
• 4 oz salmon filet
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1/4 - 1/2 oz fresh basil leaves
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• spinach

Preparation

1. Spray pan with no-stick cooking spray; heat over medium high heat
2. Season the salmon filets with salt and pepper
3. Add the salmon to the pan and sear, cooking 3 to 4 minutes
4. Turn, and cook second side 2 to 3 minutes more
5. While the salmon is cooking make the basil dressing
6. In a food processor, add white wine vinegar and basil leaves; puree until smooth
7. Gradually add 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
8. Add a pinch of salt and pepper
9. Process until very smooth.
10. Place cooked salmon on a bed of spinach, and drizzle the basil dressing over the salmon and greens.

Recipe makes one serving