Salmon with Pesto Cream Sauce
Elevate your dinner game with this rich and decadent Salmon with Pesto Cream Sauce recipe! Perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets are bathed in a luscious sauce made from creamy pesto, Parmesan cheese, and garlic, creating a delightful harmony of savory and herbaceous flavors. In just 30 minutes, you can craft a restaurant-quality dish that’s ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil, this dish not only tastes incredible but also makes a stunning presentation. Pair it with grilled vegetables, fluffy rice, or al dente pasta to complete the meal. Indulge in a seafood recipe that’s as quick to make as it is satisfying to eat!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup pesto sauce
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the salmon is golden and cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly.
Step 5
Stir in the pesto sauce and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the salmon through.
Step 7
Serve the salmon with the pesto cream sauce drizzled over it. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (958.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3009.5 |
| Total Fat 269.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 91.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 15.6g | |
| Cholesterol 542.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4451.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.9g | |
| Protein 123.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 5.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 507.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 302.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories