Roasted Salmon And Brussels Sprouts Salad

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"This lunch was straight out of my dreams. And it wasn't even followed up with a leftover Xmas cookie. #smallvictories ?Sautéed Brussels and apples with goat cheese, poms, avo, and garlicky roasted salmon with horseradish crème fraîche."
-- @dishingouthealth

Recipe Intro From dishingouthealth

We love this simple, but delicious salmon dish! It layers the creamy flavors of goat cheese with bright pops of tartness with pomegranate arils. 

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Prep time 20mins
Cook time 20mins
Serves or Makes: 4

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ingredients

  • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
  • 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, as needed
  • 4 cups shaved Brussels sprouts
  • 1 cup diced green apple
  • 1 cup canned white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup crème fraîche
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method

  • Step 1

    Combine half the olive oil, garlic and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl. Coat each the salmon with the garlic and olive mixture, then broil for 7-8 minutes, until medium-rare.

  • Step 2

    Heat remaining olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shaved Brussels sprouts and a pinch of salt and pepper and cook 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until softened. Transfer to a bowl. Toss with apple, beans, pomegranate, and goat cheese, then divide among 4 plates or bowls.

  • Step 3

    Place creme fraiche, horseradish, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.

  • Step 4

    Place salmon on top of salad. Top with creme fraiche. Serve with sliced avocado and additional lemon juice, if desired.