Description
Marry Me Salmon is a quick and easy dish featuring perfectly seared salmon fillets in a rich, creamy, and tangy sauce made with plant-based cream and parmesan. Enhanced with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a touch of apple cider vinegar, this recipe delivers vibrant flavors and an impressive presentation in under 30 minutes, perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 3/4 cup heavy cream (plant-based)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (plant-based), grated
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat your salmon fillets dry and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then place the salmon skin-side down. Sear until the skin is crispy and golden, about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip gently and cook another 2 to 3 minutes until just cooked through. Remove salmon and set aside.
- Create the Sauce Base: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about one minute until aromatic. Stir in vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) and a splash of apple cider vinegar (natural), cooking for another minute to meld the flavors.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream (plant-based) slowly while stirring, then sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese (plant-based). Stir continuously until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes smooth and velvety, reaching a perfect consistency.
- Finish with Fresh Basil: Turn off the heat and fold in freshly torn basil leaves, reserving a few for garnish. Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spoon the luscious sauce over the top, and let everything meld together for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon for better texture and flavor.
- Do not overcook the salmon; it will continue to cook slightly in the sauce.
- A non-stick or cast-iron skillet works best for searing without sticking.
- If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or plant-based cream to loosen it.
- Chop sun-dried tomatoes finely for even sauce texture and flavor distribution.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, creamy sauce, quick dinner, plant-based, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil