This Salmon in cream sauce has deliciously flaky salmon fillets smothered in a rich sauce. The roasted red peppers and parmesan cheese add sweet and salty notes that are so flavorful.
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This salmon in creamy sauce is one of my favorites. I use Ideal Fish salmon fillets which are packed with flavor and cook up so well. They’re deliciously flaky, which pairs with the creamy roasted pepper sauce in an absolutely delicious way. Creamy, sweet, and with just a hint of heat, this salmon dish is hearty and filling, and seriously delicious.
Salmon in cream sauce is also a great option to serve alongside other dishes. These flavors compliment a variety of side dishes, and you can also customize the recipe to suit your preferences. It’s a wholesome and wholesome dinner that I enjoy serving to my family. Let’s take a look at the flavorful ingredients that make it so good.
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Why I use Ideal Fish
When it comes to choosing the right seafood, my favorite thing to do is use Ideal Fish. Their products contain no growth hormones, GMOs, microplastics or antibiotics. It is important to me to keep the food in my recipes as natural and pure as possible. You can really taste the difference when you use quality ingredients like these Ideal Fish salmon fillets. Also, the fish is farmed locally and sustainably, which I really appreciate. Same-day delivery also means I can make my meal plan on the fly without having to run to the store.
If you want to try Ideal Fish Salmon, now is a good time! Receive 2 free salmon fillets with the purchase of your Salmon Lovers package. This is a monthly subscription, but you can cancel at any time. There are multiple delivery options, so choose the one that best suits your budget (even the free one!) and rest assured your fish will arrive frozen and fresh. This is a limited offer so don’t miss out and try this amazing salmon!
main ingredients
- Salmon. I use Ideal Fish salmon fillets.
- Roasted Peppers. You can use store bought ones or roast them yourself.
- onion + garlic. The flavor enhancers.
- Olive oil. Or any other oil of your choice.
- vegetable broth. Or chicken broth. White wine would work too.
- heavy cream. You could use half and half or full-fat coconut milk instead.
- parmesan cheese This cheese brings a lot of flavor.
- Spices. salt, pepper and paprika.
How to do it
1. Blend 6 ounces. In a smoothie mug or with a hand-held food processor, crush roasted peppers until smooth. Chop the remaining 6 ounces. of peppers. Put aside.
2. Season salmon fillets with salt and paprika.
3. In a large non-stick skillet, add about 2 tablespoons olive oil. When hot, add the salmon and sear until just cooked through, about 4-5 minutes on each side (time depends on the thickness of the fish). Take the salmon out of the pan.
4. In the same pan, add the onions and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring, then add the vegetable or chicken broth. Continue cooking until the liquid has evaporated and the onions are nice and soft.
5. Add the chopped and pureed peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally, until it starts to thicken and the roasted peppers are sweetening, 5-7 minutes.
6. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cream and Parmesan and season with a little salt and pepper if necessary. Stir and simmer gently.
7. Return the salmon to the pan, cover with the sauce and simmer for 1 minute just to warm through. Sprinkle some fresh parsley on top. Surcharge.
Variations on this recipe
- Make it dairy free. If you’re dairy-sensitive, enjoy this Creamy Salmon with coconut milk in place of the cream and skip the Parmesan cheese. You can also use nutritional yeast for a similar flavor profile to the salty shredded cheese.
- Add vegetables. Adding broccoli florets or asparagus spears is a delicious addition to this salmon dish. The bright color contrast would also look great on your table.
- Try this dish with homemade roasted peppers. Homemade tastes even better than store bought and it’s not hard at all to make it yourself. Once you’ve made some of these, you can save the extra for another recipe that uses those tasty peppers.
- Add some herbs. Salmon tastes great with fresh herbs. Try tarragon, dill, parsley or chives for a flavor boost.
What should you serve this salmon with?
This salmon in creamy sauce has so much flavor, but it also tastes great with other dishes. Serve with some crusty bread to dip in the delicious sauce. You can start with a salad like this Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad. Or serve it with some vegetable side dishes, such as Roasted Baby Potatoes or Brussels sprouts roasted with garlic. If you want to make the dish more filling, you can toss the salmon fillets with rice, quinoa, bulgur, couscous, or other noodles. Then drizzle generously with creamy Roasted Pepper Sauce.
How to store and reheat it
Store this salmon in cream sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can reheat it in the skillet or in the microwave, but be careful to only heat through and not overcook.
This recipe is a great recipe to add to your repertoire. Simple, intensely flavored and great with other dishes, this salmon in creamy sauce is not to be missed.
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Salmon in cream sauce
This Salmon in cream sauce has deliciously flaky salmon fillets smothered in a rich sauce. The roasted red peppers and parmesan cheese add sweet and salty notes that are so flavorful.
ingredients
- 12 oz. Jar of roasted peppers, divided
- 4 Salmon fillets (about 4 ounces each)
- ½ tsp. paprika or to taste
- ½ tsp. Salt
- 2 Tablespoon. olive oil
- ¼ Cup vegetable broth
- ½ Middle Onion, diced
- 2 Garlic cloves, chopped
- ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes
- ¾ Cup whipped cream (or Half&Half)
- ½ Cup grated parmesan
- 3 Tablespoon. chopped parsley
instructions
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Blend 6 ounces. In a smoothie mug or with a hand-held food processor, crush roasted peppers until smooth. Chop the remaining 6 ounces. of peppers. Put aside.
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Season the salmon fillets with salt and paprika.
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Pour about 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a large non-stick skillet. When hot, add the salmon and sear until just cooked through, about 4-5 minutes on each side (time depends on the thickness of the fish). Take the salmon out of the pan.
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In the same pan, add the onions and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring, then add the vegetable or chicken broth. Continue cooking until the liquid has evaporated and the onions are nice and soft.
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Add the chopped and pureed paprika. Cook, stirring occasionally, until it starts to thicken and the roasted peppers are sweetening, 5-7 minutes.
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Reduce the heat to low. Add the cream and Parmesan and season with a little salt and pepper if necessary. Stir and simmer gently.
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Return the salmon to the pan, cover with the sauce and simmer for 1 minute, just to warm through. Sprinkle some fresh parsley on top. Surcharge.
Remarks
Variations on this recipe
- Make it dairy free. If you’re dairy-sensitive, enjoy this Creamy Salmon with coconut milk in place of the cream and skip the Parmesan cheese. You can also use nutritional yeast for a similar flavor profile to the salty shredded cheese.
- Add vegetables or spinach. Adding broccoli florets or asparagus spears is a delicious addition to this salmon dish. The bright color contrast would also look great on your table.
- Try this dish with homemade roasted peppers. Homemade tastes even better than store bought and it’s not hard at all to make it yourself. Once you’ve made some of these, you can save the extra for another recipe that uses those tasty peppers.
- Add some herbs. Salmon tastes great with fresh herbs. Try tarragon, dill, parsley or chives for a flavor boost.
How to store and reheat it
Store this salmon in cream sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can reheat it in the skillet or in the microwave, but be careful to only heat through and not overcook.
nutrition
Calories: 539kcalCarbohydrates: 8thGProtein: 40GFat: 38GSaturated Fatty Acids: fifteenGCholesterol: 163mgSodium: 1708mgPotassium: 1110mgFiber: 2GSugar: 1GVitamin A: 2593ieVitamin C: 56mgCalcium: 257mgIron: 3mg