Herb Crusted Salmon with Roasted Tomatoes

By BearForce

Golden raisins lend an unexpected shot of sweetness. A quick soak before adding them to the baking sheet keeps them plump, evn when roasted.

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. golden raisins
• 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes
• 2 Tbsp. capers, drained
• 4 Tbsp. olive oil
• 3/4 cup packed parsley leaves
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
• 4 4-oz. salmon fillets, about 1 inch thick

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line baking pan with foil.

2. Soak raising in hot water until softened and plump, about 10 minutes. Drain, set aside. In another bowl, add tomatoes and capers. Drizzle with 2 Tbsp. olive oil; toss.

3. In a food processor combine parsley, the remaining 2 Tbsp. olive oil, garlic, salt and crushed red pepper. Cover and process until smooth.

4. Spoon parsley mixture over each salmon fillet, spreading to cover. Spoon tomato mixture around salmon. Roast uncovered for 14 to 15 minutes. Add raisins, stirring into tomato mixture. Roast 14 to 15 minutes more or until fish flakes.

5. Transfer salmon to a platter; spoon over tomatoes, capers, raisins and any remaining pan juices. Sprinkle with fresh parsley leaves if desired. Makes 4 servings.