Salmon over Lentils
A small fillet of salmon on a bed of lemony lentils and greens — protein, omega-3, and fiber in a moderate, satisfying portion.
Ingredients
- 2 fillets Salmon fillet
- 150 g Puy lentils
- 1 Lemon
- 1 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp Salt
- 80 g Spinach (optional)
- 1 clove Garlic (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Method
- Simmer the lentils in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes; drain.
- Season the salmon with salt and sear it skin-side down in the oil over medium heat until cooked through, about 4 minutes a side.
- Stir the spinach and garlic through the warm lentils until the spinach wilts, then dress with lemon juice and mustard.
- Spoon the lentils onto plates and set the salmon on top.
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About Salmon over Lentils
Salmon over lentils is a bistro classic across the Mediterranean and France, where a crisp-skinned fillet set on a bed of small, firm lentils is a standard way to make fish feel like a complete, grounded meal. This version leans on Puy-style lentils, which hold their shape and have a slightly peppery, mineral quality that stands up to the richness of salmon rather than turning to mush. The lentils are warmed through with wilted spinach and garlic, then dressed with lemon and Dijon mustard, a combination that adds sharpness and a little heat to balance the oily fish. Searing the salmon skin-side down gives you that prized crackle against the soft, flaky flesh.
The result is a plate with real depth of texture: creamy-yet-toothsome lentils, silky greens, and the buttery salmon on top, all lifted by the mustardy, lemony dressing so nothing feels flat or fatty. It's the kind of moderate, balanced portion that satisfies without leaving you sluggish, pairing protein and omega-3s with a solid hit of fiber. Dishes like this are equally at home as an unhurried weeknight dinner or something you'd happily plate for guests, since it looks and tastes considered despite taking only about half an hour. A glass of crisp white wine or a simple green salad rounds it out nicely.
Salmon over Lentils: frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Salmon over Lentils?
A serving has about 693 calories — 54.4g protein, 50.5g carbs, 30.7g fat, 9g fiber. Figures are estimated from the ingredient amounts and will shift with your portions and brands.
Is it high in protein?
Each serving has about 54.4g of protein, roughly 31% of its calories.
Is Salmon over Lentils gluten-free?
Based on its ingredients, Salmon over Lentils has no gluten-containing components, so it's naturally gluten-free — as always, check that any packaged ingredients you use are certified gluten-free to be safe.
How long does Salmon over Lentils take to make?
About 30 minutes start to finish, but only around 13 of those are hands-on — the rest is largely unattended cooking time you can step away from. In the Homecooked app the timers and parallel steps are sequenced for you so the hands-on part feels even shorter.
Do I need every ingredient to make Salmon over Lentils?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out spinach, garlic, dijon mustard — they're optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Salmon over Lentils make?
This recipe makes 2 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.