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Easy Lemon Basil Sauce for Salmon, Scallops and More

Be sure to use a good quality olive oil. And sprinkle the fish with a bit of lemon juice before cooking.
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Course: Dinner
Servings: 1 1.5 pound fillet
Calories: 72kcal
Author: Jill Weisenberger MS, RDN, CDCES, CHWC, FAND

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1/8 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  • Whisk all of the ingredients together. Pour over prepared fish just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 3- 3/4 teaspoons | Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 0.8mg | Fiber: 0g