Elegant Seafood Feast: A Symphony of Fresh Flavors
Starter: Grilled Lemon Herb Fish Salad
Ingredients:
• 2 fillets of white fish or salmon (e.g., sea bass or cod) • 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Fresh parsley and thyme (handful, chopped) • Salt and pepper
• Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, lettuce)
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• Olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dressing
Instructions:
1. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Marinate the fish for 15 minutes.
2. Grill the fish on medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side, until cooked through.
3. Toss the greens, cucumber, onion, and cherry tomatoes in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil
and balsamic vinegar.
4. Place the grilled fish over the salad and serve.
Main Course: Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients:
• 4 salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp honey
• Fresh dill (optional)
• Salt and pepper
• 2 carrots, cut into sticks
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper for seasoning
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, mustard, honey, dill, salt, and pepper. Brush the salmon fillets with the mixture.
3. Arrange the salmon on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Surround with the vegetables tossed in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
Side Dish: Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients:
• 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped • 4 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup milk (or cream)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh chives for garnish
Instructions:
1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until soft, about 15 minutes. Drain. 2. Mash the potatoes with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. 3. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh chives.
Dessert: Lemon Mousse
Ingredients:
• 2 lemons (zest and juice) • 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 egg whites
• Fresh berries for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, zest, and sugar until dissolved.
2. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
4. Gently fold the lemon mixture and egg whites into the whipped cream. Chill for at least 1
hour.
5. Serve with fresh berries.
Drink: Citrus Mint Spritzer Ingredients:
• Juice of 2 oranges
• Juice of 1 lemon • 1 tbsp honey
• Fresh mint leaves • Sparkling water
Instructions:
1. In a jug, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, honey, and mint leaves. Stir well. 2. Fill glasses halfway with the juice mixture and top off with sparkling water.
3. Garnish with mint leaves and orange slices.
