Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of this delightful Creamy Spring Salmon recipe. With a luxurious coconut milk sauce infused with fresh herbs, this dish is a perfect balance of flavors for a springtime meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 (6- to 8-ounce) skinless salmon fillets
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Sauce:
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot (from about 1 large shallot)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel then season both sides evenly with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Salmon: In a large non-stick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the salmon and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Reduce heat to medium and add the garlic and shallot. Sauté for about 1 minute. Add Dijon and white wine. Whisk until smooth and cook until wine reduces by half. Slowly pour in coconut milk, bring to a simmer, then add lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper. Return salmon to the sauce and cook until done, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with more herbs and serve over a bed of orzo or with roasted asparagus.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side of roasted asparagus or a light pasta.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg