Olive Oil Salmon Confit with Olive Lemon Gremolata | Nourish Deliciously

Introduction

Experience pure culinary elegance with Olive Oil Salmon Confit with Olive Lemon Gremolata. This show-stopping dish is all about gently poached salmon in a fragrant bath of olive oil, resulting in delicately tender, melt-in-your-mouth fish. The finishing touch—a zesty olive lemon gremolata—adds an aromatic brightness that transforms this meal into a restaurant-worthy centerpiece. When you want fuss-free preparation with gourmet results, this recipe is the answer.

Why You’ll Love Olive Oil Salmon Confit with Olive Lemon Gremolata

Salmon confit is a game-changer for home cooks: slow poaching in high-quality olive oil keeps the fish moist while infusing it with subtle, nuanced flavors. The addition of an olive lemon gremolata—a lively mix of fresh herbs, briny olives, lemon zest, and garlic—brings a fresh pop to every bite. The harmony of rich, flaky salmon and bright gremolata makes for a nutritious, crowd-pleasing main course, ideal for entertaining or elevating weeknight dinners.

Olive Lemon Gremolata: The Finishing Touch

Traditional gremolata is a simple Italian condiment of parsley, garlic, and lemon zest, but our version goes a step further by incorporating chopped green olives. The olives lend a delightful briny flavor that enhances the delicate salmon, while fresh lemon and herbs cut through the richness for perfect balance. This gremolata can easily be prepped ahead for speedy assembly.

Step-by-Step Guide to Salmon Confit

By “confit-ing” the salmon—gently poaching low and slow in olive oil—you ensure a luxuriously silky texture. The aromatic oil base is infused with fresh herbs, garlic, and citrus, all of which impart subtle notes to the fish. Best of all, the technique is effortlessly hands-off: just set it and let the magic happen.

Serving and Sides for Olive Oil Salmon Confit

Pair this dish with roasted potatoes, warm crusty bread, or a fresh herby salad to soak up the infused olive oil and gremolata. A chilled glass of sauvignon blanc or light rosé makes an excellent accompaniment. This versatile salmon is equally at home on your Sunday dinner table or as the star of meal-prepped lunches.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe serves 4. Each portion boasts heart-healthy fats from olive oil and salmon, with a serving packed with Omega-3s, lean protein, and fresh herbs—for an approximate count of 420 calories per serving (excluding suggested sides). The olive oil can be saved and reused for another poaching or as a salad dressing base.

Olive Oil Salmon Confit with Olive Lemon Gremolata (Recap)

Effortlessly elegant and bursting with flavor, this recipe transforms the humble salmon fillet into a feast for the senses. With just a handful of premium ingredients, you’ll impress guests or family while nourishing deliciously.

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 225°F (105°C).
2. In a baking dish just large enough to fit the salmon in a single layer, add garlic cloves, lemon slices, fresh herbs, salt, and peppercorns. Pour in enough olive oil to submerge the salmon fillets completely.
3. Place the dish in the oven (don’t cover) and poach for 25–35 minutes, or until the salmon is just opaque in the center and flakes easily with a fork.
4. Meanwhile, make the gremolata: In a bowl, mix the chopped olives, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
5. Once salmon is cooked, gently lift out with a slotted spatula and let excess oil drain briefly. Plate and top each fillet generously with olive lemon gremolata.
6. Serve immediately with your favorite sides and a drizzle of some of the infused olive oil, if desired.

Weekly Meal Planning

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Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Enjoy nourishing deliciously with every bite!