Salmon has always been a favorite dish of mine when dining out, but the idea of cooking it at home used to intimidate me. That is until I discovered a foolproof salmon recipe from none other than the Barefoot Contessa herself, Ina Garten.
In her New York Times best-selling cookbook, “Barefoot Contessa Foolproof,” Ina Garten shares all her secrets to creating impressive yet fuss-free meals. One recipe that caught my eye was her simple salmon and cherry tomatoes dish. With just six ingredients, this recipe is not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious.
The best part about this recipe is that it only takes a few minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or even last-minute dinner parties. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create restaurant-quality salmon right in your own kitchen.
To make Ina Garten’s 6-ingredient salmon recipe, start by sautéing chopped onions, garlic, salt, pepper, and butter in a pan. Add sliced cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and balsamic vinegar, then remove the pan from the heat. Meanwhile, coat the salmon in olive oil and season it with salt and pepper. Sear the salmon in a cast-iron skillet on the stove for about 5 minutes, then finish cooking it in the oven. Once the salmon is cooked through, spoon the cherry tomato sauce on top and serve.
If you find following the recipe on TikTok a bit intimidating, you can also watch Garten make this dish on her television show. To take this dish to the next level, consider serving it with pasta or rice. You can even simplify the recipe by cooking the salmon in foil packets instead.
Even though I mostly cook for myself these days, this dish has inspired me to invite friends over for dinner. With a cooking time of just 20 minutes, this salmon and cherry tomato recipe is sure to become a staple in my kitchen. Thank you, Ina Garten, for making cooking fish at home so much less daunting.
