Lemon-Butter Salmon with Cauliflower Purée

Step 1

Trim & remove the outer leaves from the cauliflower.

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower into small florets.

Step 3

Add the florets to a pot of salted boiling water. Cook for 10 min, or until fork-tender.

Step 4

Slice the lemon into thin rounds.

Step 5

Drain the cooked cauliflower.

Step 6

Add a third of the butter to the cauliflower. Season with salt & pepper. Use in immersion blender or blender to purée until smooth & creamy.

Step 7

Melt the rest of the butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the salmon, skin-side down.

Step 8

Add the lemon slices to the pan. Season with salt & pepper. Cook the salmon & lemon for 3-5 min.

Step 9

Turn over the salmon & the lemon slices. Cook for 3-5 min, or until the salmon is cooked through. Remove from heat.

Step 10

Spread the cauliflower purée over a serving plate. Arrange the salmon & lemon over top. Drizzle with the lemon-butter sauce. Season with salt & pepper. Garnish with sliced almonds (optional). Enjoy!