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Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Description

A deliciously rich and flavorful salmon dish enhanced by a creamy lemon sauce.


Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh parsley for garnish


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a skillet and add salmon, cooking for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through.
  4. Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Return the salmon to the pan and coat with the sauce.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes or fresh herbs like dill or chives.