Products used in this recipe
Salmon with Herbed Avocado Butter and Asparagus
Yield: 12 Servings (8 1/2 oz.)
Yield: 12 Servings (8 1/2 oz.)
Herbed Avocado Butter
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Simplot Harvest Fresh™ Avocados: Avocado Pulp, Frozen 12/1lb | 4 oz. | |
| Butter, unsalted, softened | 4 oz. | |
| Salt | 1/2 tsp. | |
| Dill, fresh, finely chopped | 1 1/2 Tbsp. | |
| Tarragon, fresh, finely chopped | 1 1/2 Tbsp. |
Roasted Asparagus
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Simplot Simple Goodness™: Asparagus, Spears 6/2.5lb | 40 oz. | |
| Olive oil | 4 fl. oz. | |
| Salt | 1 tsp. | |
| Black pepper | tsp. |
Grilled Salmon
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon fillets, 5oz portions | 12 count | |
| Lemon pepper seasoning | 2 Tbsp. | |
| Green onion, thinly sliced | 4 Tbsp. |
Preparation Instructions:
Herbed Avocado Butter
- Thaw avocado according to package instructions. Place avocado and softened butter in a mixing bowl. Using the whisk attachment, whip the avocado and butter together until light and creamy. Season with salt and add the chopped herbs. Continue whipping. When well combined, form avocado butter into a roll and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for service.
Roasted Asparagus
- Toss frozen asparagus spears with olive oil, salt and pepper. Lay out on a foil covered sheet pan. Roast in a 425°F oven until cooked through and lightly browned, about 10-12 minutes. Hold for service.
Grilled Salmon
- Season salmon fillets with lemon pepper seasoning. Grill or broil until cooked through according to taste. To serve, Place 3 oz asparagus spears on a serving plate, and top with a piece of grilled salmon. Top salmon with 1/2 oz of avocado butter. Garnish with 1 tsp sliced green onions.
