Description
Marry Me Salmon is an elegant and easy-to-prepare dish featuring tender, flaky salmon in a rich, creamy plant-based sauce bursting with fresh herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and just the right touch of tang. Perfect for a special dinner or treating yourself, it combines effortless gourmet flair with fast cooking in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Seasoning
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless, about 6 oz each)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Creamy Sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup plant-based heavy cream
- 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon skin-side down if using skin-on, and sear for about 4 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove the salmon and set aside on a warm plate.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the plant-based heavy cream, then stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, and natural gelling agent. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and becomes velvety.
- Combine and Finish Cooking: Return the salmon to the skillet, nestling each fillet into the creamy sauce. Spoon sauce over the top, cover the pan, and cook for another 3-4 minutes to meld flavors and ensure the salmon is tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle fresh chopped basil over the dish, and serve immediately to enjoy the vibrant flavors and silky sauce.
Notes
- Pick fresh salmon for the best flavor and succulence.
- Do not overcook salmon; remove when slightly underdone to keep moisture.
- Use a warm pan to achieve a perfect sear and avoid sticking.
- Adjust natural gelling agent gradually to control sauce thickness.
- Have sun-dried tomatoes and garlic pre-chopped to save time during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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