Salmon with a Creamy Lemon Mustard Sauce

Elevate your dinner table with our irresistible Salmon with a Creamy Lemon Mustard Sauce recipe—a perfect blend of rich flavors and effortless elegance. Tender salmon fillets are pan-seared to perfection, creating a delectable golden crust, then bathed in a luscious sauce made from heavy cream, tangy Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. Infused with zesty lemon and a splash of broth, this velvety sauce complements the natural savory goodness of the salmon in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at a dinner party. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with your choice of steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or creamy mashed potatoes, it’s a show-stopping meal you'll savor from start to finish. Perfectly balanced and incredibly satisfying, this salmon recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in the comfort of your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.25 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if using skin-on) in the skillet. Sear for 4-5 minutes on one side without moving them, then carefully flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the salmon from the pan and set aside on a plate, tenting loosely with foil to keep warm.

Step 3

Reduce the skillet heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chicken or vegetable broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 5

Add the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet, whisking well to combine. Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top to coat them. Reduce the heat to low and let the salmon warm through for 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the salmon fillets to serving plates and spoon extra sauce over them.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(434.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1340.8

Total Fat 138.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 302mg	0%
Sodium 3351.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 5.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 1.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 30.8mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 107.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 97.8%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 1.8%