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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon Recipe – Delicious & Easy

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon Recipe – Easy and Flavorful Delight

This Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon is a rich and decadent meal that combines crispy salmon with a velvety red pepper sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 portions
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • blender

Ingredients
  

Salmon and Seasonings

  • 2 lbs salmon cut into individual portions
  • 2 tablespoon avocado oil
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon 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
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
  • 5 ounces baby spinach (optional)

Instructions
 

Make the Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

  • Begin by heating 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Transfer the onion-garlic mixture to a blender along with the roasted red peppers, coconut milk, and sea salt. Blend until completely smooth. Set aside.

Cook the Salmon

  • Season the salmon filets with garlic powder, paprika, and sea salt.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  • Place the salmon filets skin side up (flesh-side down) and cook for 6 minutes.
  • Flip carefully and cook for an additional 4 minutes on the skin side until the salmon reaches your desired level of doneness (125-145 degrees F).

Put It All Together

  • Pour the roasted red pepper sauce into a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add cherry tomatoes and baby spinach, stirring until the spinach has wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve the salmon on plates or bowls, and pour the sauce generously over each portion.
  • Pair with your favorite sides like steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality salmon for the best flavor and texture. Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra depth of flavor. Ensure the skillet is hot before adding salmon to get a perfect crispy crust.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon, Delicious Salmon Dish, Easy Salmon Recipe, Healthy Dinner, Salmon with Red Pepper Sauce
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