Salmon with Lentils and Mustard-Herb Butter (Saumon aux Lentilles)
Salmon with Lentils and Mustard-Herb Butter (Saumon aux Lentilles) is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Stir together all ingredients with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionStir together all ingredients with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
Bring lentils, water, and 3/4 teaspoon salt to a boil in a heavy medium saucepan, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until lentils are just tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
Reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid, then drain lentils.
While lentils cook, chop leeks, then wash.
Cook leeks in butter in a heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
Add lentils with reserved cooking liquid to leeks along with 3 tablespoons mustard-herb butter and cook, stirring, until lentils are heated through and butter is melted.
Add lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and keep warm, covered.
Pat salmon dry and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper (total).
Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides, then sauté salmon, turning once, until golden and just cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes total.
Serve salmon, topped with remaining mustard-herb butter, over lentils.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.