Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon, a dish that combines tender salmon fillets with a luxuriously creamy roasted red pepper sauce. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, featuring vibrant flavors and a stunning presentation that will impress your guests. The rich taste of roasted red peppers mixed with aromatic garlic and coconut milk creates a velvety sauce that beautifully coats the salmon. Pair it with steamed vegetables or a light grain for a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs salmon, cut into individual portions
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 5 large cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (16-oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained
- 1 (15-oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- Sea salt and spices (garlic powder, paprika) to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Transfer the sautéed mixture to a blender with roasted red peppers and coconut milk. Blend until smooth, seasoning with sea salt.
- In the skillet, heat another tablespoon of avocado oil. Season salmon with garlic powder, paprika, and sea salt before cooking skin-side down for about six minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the cooked salmon and simmer briefly to meld flavors. Add optional cherry tomatoes and spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg