Description
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon is a flavorful and elegant dish that combines tender salmon with a velvety, slightly smoky roasted red pepper sauce. The rich and creamy sauce, made with roasted red peppers, garlic, and a touch of cream, perfectly complements the succulent salmon fillets. This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a special dinner or a weeknight treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on or off, as preferred
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
For the creamy roasted red pepper sauce:
- 2 large roasted red peppers (from a jar or freshly roasted)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free option)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets. - Bake the salmon:
Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. (Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.) - Make the creamy roasted red pepper sauce:
While the salmon bakes, prepare the sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, heavy cream, garlic, lemon juice, and thyme. Blend until smooth and creamy.
In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the blended red pepper sauce and bring it to a simmer. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Serve:
Once the salmon is done, plate the fillets and spoon the creamy roasted red pepper sauce over the top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve with your favorite side dishes like roasted vegetables, rice, or a green salad.
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- For a dairy-free version, you can use coconut cream or a dairy-free heavy cream alternative.
- You can roast your own red peppers by charring them on an open flame or in the oven, then peeling off the skins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg