CAULIFLOWER MASH, ROASTED ASPARAGUS, BALSAMIC GLAZE & PAN-SEARED WILD SALMON

Published Date: September 2, 2020 | Last Updated: March 22, 2023
This made a super yummy dinner! I got the idea a few weeks ago when we went with some friends to a trendy protein restaurant. My friend @emilyjbaird ordered something similar to this, it looked delish and I really wanted to recreate it. I made it last night and it was DELICIOUS! I would love to make this part of my monthly rotation. The only downside is that the 8 and under kids didn’t love the cauliflower mash 😜 (Could sub rice or potatoes for them).
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This made a super yummy dinner! I got the idea a few weeks ago when we went with some friends to a trendy protein restaurant. My friend @emilyjbaird ordered something similar to this, it looked delish and I really wanted to recreate it. I made it last night and it was DELICIOUS! I would love to make this part of my monthly rotation. The only downside is that the 8 and under kids didn’t love the cauliflower mash 😜 (Could sub rice or potatoes for them).

 

 

Cauliflower Mash, Roasted Asparagus, Balsamic Glaze, and Pan-Seared Wild Salmon

Had to share this delicious meal. It's gorgeous, delicious, and quite simple!
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Course: Main Course
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

Cauliflower Mash

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 1 T butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder

Instructions

Cauliflower Mash

  • Rough chop the head of the cauliflower.
  • Put it in a steamer basket and into the #instantpot with 1 cup of water on manual high pressure for 9 minutes. (Don’t forget to twist the steam valve to sealing!)
  • When it is done cooking, do a natural pressure release, drain the water.
  • Mash the cauliflower with butter and seasonings. (This made 3 servings)

Roasted Asparagus

  • Preheat the oven to 400° F.
  • Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Trim the bottom 1-2 inches off each asparagus spear.
  • Lay on the baking sheet, and either spray with cooking spray (lightly) or very lightly brush with avocado oil. *Sprinkle with salt.
  • Roast for about 12 minutes or until it reaches desired tenderness.

Pan-Seared Wild Salmon

  • Take a 6-8 ounce fillet of wild salmon, season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet over a medium-high flame.
  • Either add a Tablespoon of avocado oil OR spray with cooking spray.
  • When the pan is nice and hot, put the salmon down. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, being careful not to scoot the fillet, or flip it until the cooking side has a nice golden crust. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature, which should reach at least 145° F.
  • A squeeze of fresh lemon makes it even more delish.
  • Assemble the mash, asparagus, (balsamic glaze optional- it’s yummy and pretty but not a dealbreaker) then the salmon. Finish it off with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. YUM!!!

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Hi! I'm Amber

I'm obsessed with all things food and a mom to five. Baking bread and using my instant pot are my favorite things to do in the kitchen, and I can't wait to bring all that I have learned to you! Connect with me on Instagram because there's where I basically live these days.