Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon, a dish that perfectly marries crispy salmon with a luscious red pepper sauce. This easy-to-prepare recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering rich flavors that will impress both guests and family alike. The creamy sauce, made from roasted red peppers and coconut milk, envelops tender salmon portions, creating a vibrant meal that pleases the palate and showcases beautiful colors on your plate. Serve it alongside fresh vegetables or hearty grains for a nutritious dinner option that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs salmon fillets
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (16-oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained
- 1 (15-oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- Salt and paprika to taste
- Optional: cherry tomatoes and baby spinach
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in drained roasted red peppers, coconut milk, and salt. Let simmer for about five minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth for a creamy sauce.
- In the same skillet, heat another tablespoon of avocado oil over medium-high heat. Season salmon with garlic powder and paprika; cook skin-side down for about four minutes per side until crispy.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the cooked salmon; add optional cherry tomatoes and spinach if desired. Simmer for a couple more minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg