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Marry Me Salmon Recipe

Marry Me Salmon Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Marry Me Salmon is a luxurious yet simple dish that features tender salmon fillets bathed in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. With a hint of Italian flavors and a touch of freshness from basil and lemon, this dish is sure to impress your loved ones.


Ingredients

Scale

Salmon Fillets:

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)

Seasoning:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Creamy Sauce:

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Season and Sear Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden.
  2. Prepare Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, add chicken broth, then stir in cream, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and seasonings.
  3. Combine and Simmer: Return salmon to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer until heated through.
  4. Finish and Serve: Garnish with basil and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
  • For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and skip the Parmesan.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 29 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 115 mg