Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon Recipe – Delicious & Easy
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon Recipe – Delicious & Easy. This vibrant dish combines flaky salmon with a luscious roasted red pepper sauce, creating a meal that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare. In just about 30 minutes, you’ll have a gourmet dinner that impresses guests while being family-friendly. With easy-to-find ingredients and simple steps, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. Serve it over quinoa or pasta for a delightful experience everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- 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)
- Optional: cherry tomatoes and baby spinach
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in roasted red peppers and coconut milk; blend until smooth.
- Season with garlic powder, paprika, and sea salt; let simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
- In a separate pan, heat remaining avocado oil over medium-high heat. Season salmon with sea salt and cook skin-side down for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Pour the roasted red pepper sauce over the cooked salmon; add cherry tomatoes and spinach if desired. Warm through before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz salmon with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg