Crispy Turmeric Salmon with Yogurt Sauce and Warm Spring Salad

total time

1 Hour

Serves

4

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Ingredients

For the Turmeric Salmon

4 salmon fillets (about 4–6 oz each)
2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the Herb Yogurt Sauce

⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For the Warm Spring Salad

2 tbsp avocado oil
2 medium zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
2 bundles of asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
Pinch of kosher salt
Freshly cracked black pepper
⅓ cup crumbled feta
2–4 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped

For the Lemon Dijon Dressing

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Pinch of kosher salt
Freshly cracked black pepper

Expert Tips

Pat the salmon dry: Removing excess moisture before seasoning helps achieve a better sear.
Don’t overcrowd the pan: Cook salmon in batches if needed to maintain high heat and even browning.
Adjust vegetable texture: If your asparagus is thick, blanch it briefly before sautéing to ensure even cooking.

Instructions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chopped parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended. Refrigerate while preparing the rest of the dish.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, turmeric, cumin, and garlic powder. Brush the mixture evenly over the salmon fillets and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Heat a stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the salmon skin-side down in the pan. Cook until the skin becomes crisp and the sides begin to turn opaque, about 3–5 minutes.

Step 4

Flip the salmon and cook for another minute or two until the fish is just cooked through but still tender in the center. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Crispy turmeric salmon served over sautéed zucchini and asparagus spring salad topped with creamy herb yogurt sauce.

Fresh parsley, lemon, spices, and salmon fillets arranged on a cutting board while preparing crispy turmeric salmon with yogurt sauce.

Fresh lemon being squeezed over herbs in a stainless steel mixing bowl while preparing yogurt sauce for crispy turmeric salmon.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until fully combined.

Step 6

In a large sauté pan, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini slices and cook undisturbed for a few minutes to allow them to develop a light golden sear.

Step 7

Flip the zucchini and add the asparagus. Season with salt and pepper and sauté until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 8

Transfer the warm vegetables to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and fresh dill. Drizzle with the lemon Dijon dressing and toss lightly to combine.

Step 9

Serve the crispy turmeric salmon alongside the warm spring vegetable salad. Spoon the herby yogurt sauce over the salmon or serve it on the side for dipping.

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