Description
Creamy pesto salmon is a delectable dish that combines tender, seared salmon fillets with a rich, flavorful pesto sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, promising to impress your guests while keeping the preparation stress-free. The vibrant green pesto adds a burst of color and flavor, making each bite a delightful experience. Serve it alongside pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon fillets skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the salmon, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the pesto sauce, coating each fillet generously.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring gently; let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the sauce for an added zesty kick.
- Plate the creamy pesto salmon and serve with pasta or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg