Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon Recipe – Delicious & Easy
Indulge in the vibrant and delectable flavors of Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon. This dish features perfectly cooked salmon topped with a luscious roasted red pepper sauce, creating a gourmet experience right at home. The combination of creamy coconut milk and sweet roasted peppers brings a delightful richness to each bite, making it an excellent choice for both special occasions and cozy family dinners. With its beautiful presentation and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to impress your guests or become a cherished weeknight favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- 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) to taste
- Optional: cherry tomatoes and baby spinach
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant. Blend roasted red peppers with coconut milk until smooth.
- Cook the Salmon: In another skillet, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat. Season salmon with sea salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook salmon skin-side down until crispy.
- Combine Everything: Pour the sauce over the cooked salmon and simmer briefly. Add cherry tomatoes and spinach if desired.
- Serve: Plate the salmon topped with sauce alongside your choice of grains or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg