side dishes for salmon

Side Dishes for Salmon

We all are fond of this highly nutritious fish called salmon and prepare it in a variety of styles. Get some great ideas on side dishes that can be served alongside salmon here.

Side dish, as we all know, is something that is served on the side as an accompaniment to the entrée. Salmon is a favorite amongst fish lovers across the world; the texture, the flavor, and a huge list of health benefits is what makes it a favorite amongst others. Any salmon recipe requires a side dish to go along with it and something that adds to its richness. So what is it that we can serve on the side other than the usual relish to enhance the taste and the presentation of a salmon recipe? That's precisely what you are about to discover in this article as we provide you some very easy to make and delectable side dishes. Mouth-watering Accompaniments for Salmon Recipes Given below is a list of side dishes that you'd love to serve to your guests coming over for dinner. Be it smoked, canned, or even grilled, you can serve the following side dishes with any kind of salmon dishes. Garlic Veggie Pasta Sauté Ingredients
  • Garlic - 5 to 6 cloves
  • Cooked Pasta - ½ cup
  • Mushrooms - ½ cup
  • Tomatoes - ½ cup
  • Spinach - ½ cup
  • Butter - 1 teaspoon
  • Breadcrumbs - 2 teaspoons
  • Olive Oil
Procedure Sauté the garlic in butter with other veggies, that is, tomatoes, mushrooms, and spinach. After sautéing it for a couple of minutes, toss it with the already cooked pasta, and to add the final touch to the side dish, drizzle some olive oil and sprinkle breadcrumbs over the mixture. Green Rice Ingredients
  • Rice (Basmati/Regular) - ½ cup
  • Spinach - 1 cup
  • Parsley - 1 cup
  • Diced Onion - ½ cup
  • Diced Tomatoes - ½ cup
  • White Wine - ¼ cup
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Water
Procedure Heat some olive oil in the pan, and sauté the diced onion for a minute or two. Add the rice to it, and sauté until it is coated well with oil. Now add in the wine. When you notice that the rice has absorbed all the wine, add the tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Add some water and cook until the rice turns tender. Add the spinach, combine it well with the rice, and cook for sometime with the lid off. This will allow the excess water to evaporate. Take the pan off fire, and add the parsley and a pinch of nutmeg if you'd like to bring in a different flavor. You could also garnish it with some juliennes of onion. Asian Stir Fry Ingredients
  • Cabbage - ½ cup
  • Bean Sprouts - ½ cup
  • Broccoli - 1 cup or 3-4 florets
  • Red Bell Peppers - ½ cup
  • Cooked Rice - ½ cup
  • Soy Sauce
  • Olive Oil
Procedure All you need to do for this side dish is simply sauté the broccoli, bean sprouts, cabbage, and bell peppers together in some olive oil. Toss these sautéed veggies with cooked rice, and add the soy sauce as per your taste. You can take ideas from the above mentioned recipes and choose your own combination that you think may go well. If you are looking for a healthy side dish and want to eliminate carbs, you can avoid rice and pasta, and simply sauté all your favorite vegetables with some sprouts and even nuts, and add your favorite sauce to the dish to bring out the perfect flavor.

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