Description
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon is a flavor-packed dish that transforms a simple meal into a gourmet experience. Featuring perfectly seared salmon drizzled with a velvety roasted red pepper sauce, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also delivers rich and satisfying flavors. The creamy sauce, made from wholesome ingredients like coconut milk and fresh vegetables, complements the salmon beautifully, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside your favorite vegetables for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends.
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)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients.
- In a bowl, mix avocado oil, sea salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Brush onto each salmon piece.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of avocado oil. Sear salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes; flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- In another skillet, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until softened. Add drained roasted red peppers and cook for one minute. Stir in coconut milk and season with salt.
- If desired, add cherry tomatoes or spinach to the sauce and simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Serve seared salmon topped with the creamy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 76mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like zucchini or asparagus. Ensure not to overcook the salmon for optimal texture.