Ginger Gremolata Baked Salmon

baked salmon
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Written By: The Old Farmer’s Almanac Editors The Almanac Editors and Staff
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Makes 4 servings.
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Sharyn LaPointe Hill

This recipe for Ginger Gremolata Baked Salmon took home first prize in The Old Farmer’s Almanac ginger recipe contest. Sharyn LaPointe Hill submitted this super fresh and flavorful way to prepare salmon. Congratulations!

Gremolata

Ingredients
1/2 cup salted, roasted pistachios, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
3 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
2 tablespoons chopped chives
2 tablespoons agave syrup or honey
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and set aside. 

Salmon

Ingredients
1 salmon fillet (1 pound), cut into two pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. 

Pat salmon dry. Brush with olive oil. Place on prepared baking sheet, skin side down. Season with salt and pepper. 

Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until salmon registers an internal temperature of 145°F on a meat thermometer. 

To serve: Stir gremolata, then equally divide over tops of salmon portions.

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Under the guiding hand of its first editor, Robert B. Thomas, the premiere issue of The Old Farmer’s Almanac was published in 1792 during George Washington’s first term as president.Today, the Almanac...