Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Salmon, a quick and easy dish that promises to impress. This recipe combines succulent salmon fillets with a luscious roasted red pepper sauce, creating a meal that’s both rich and satisfying. Perfect for a cozy dinner or an elegant gathering, this vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also packed with nutritious ingredients. Pair it with your choice of fresh greens or grains for a well-rounded meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs salmon fillets
- 3 Tbsp avocado oil (2 for salmon, 1 for sauce)
- 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jar (16 oz) roasted red peppers, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- Sea salt and spices (garlic powder, paprika) to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 Tbsp avocado oil, sea salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub over salmon fillets and place skin-side down in a baking dish.
- Heat 1 Tbsp avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in roasted red peppers and coconut milk, simmering for about 5 minutes.
- Pour sauce over salmon and bake for 20-25 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 oz salmon with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg