Pan-Seared King Salmon with Sautéed Mushrooms and Toasted Hazelnuts

Built around Mercato Chef Jeffrey Lloyd’s pairing recommendation for our 2023 Reserve Stock Pinot Noir, this savory seasonal dish brings together wild salmon, earthy mushrooms, and toasted hazelnuts to echo the wine’s finesse and layered character.

Serves 2-4

Pairing:

INGREDIENTS

2 Wild King salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for subtle tang)
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp unsalted butter
1½ cups mixed mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, oyster), sliced
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried)
Salt and pepper to taste
Splash of dry white wine (optional)

¼ cup toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
Zest of ½ lemon
Chopped parsley or micro greens for garnish (optional)

Optional Greens (for serving):
2 cups baby spinach or chopped kale
1 tsp olive oil
Pinch of salt and pepper

PREPARATION

Toast the Hazelnuts: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread hazelnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 8–10 minutes until fragrant. Cool slightly, then chop roughly.

Cook the Mushrooms: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes to encourage browning. Stir and add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Deglaze with a splash of white wine if desired. Cook until tender and golden. Set aside and keep warm.

(Optional) Wilt the Greens: In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium. Add spinach or kale with a pinch of salt and sauté for 2–3 minutes until just wilted. Set aside.

Prepare the Salmon: Pat salmon dry and season with salt, pepper, and a light brush of Dijon if using. Heat olive oil in a clean skillet over medium-high. Place salmon skin-side down and sear for 3–4 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip and cook 2–3 minutes more, depending on thickness, until just opaque in the center.

Serve: Plate salmon fillets and top with sautéed mushrooms.
Sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts and lemon zest. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Optional: Spoon wilted greens underneath the mushrooms for an added layer of color and earthiness.

Pair with 2023 Reserve Pinot Noir and enjoy!

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