Description

Marry Me Salmon is an elegant and comforting dish featuring tender salmon fillets in a rich, plant-based creamy sauce infused with fresh herbs and sun-dried tomatoes (natural). This quick and simple recipe delivers vibrant flavors and a luscious texture that is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, making it a crowd-pleaser everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

Scale

Salmon

4 fresh skin-on salmon fillets (6 oz each)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

Creamy Herb Sauce

2 garlic cloves, freshly minced
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (natural), chopped
2 teaspoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup heavy cream (plant-based)
1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin crisps and the salmon is mostly cooked through. Flip gently and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Make the Creamy Herb Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Pour in the plant-based heavy cream and sprinkle the natural gelling agent over the mixture. Simmer gently while stirring frequently until the sauce thickens slightly.
Finish with Fresh Herbs and Seasoning: Add the chopped fresh basil and parsley to the sauce along with lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. Nestle the salmon fillets back into the skillet, spooning the sauce over them so they soak up the flavors.
Serve and Enjoy: Allow the salmon to rest in the sauce for a minute to absorb the flavors fully. Plate the salmon beautifully, drizzle with any remaining sauce, and garnish with additional fresh herbs or a thin lemon slice if desired.

Notes

Pat your salmon dry to ensure crispy skin and better searing.
Cook salmon in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan and maintain temperature.
Use fresh herbs generously to bring bright flavor to balance the creamy sauce.
Simmer the sauce gently without boiling to keep a smooth and luscious texture.
Balance acidity with lemon juice or apple cider vinegar to brighten the richness.
Choose high-quality sun-dried tomatoes (natural) for the best depth of flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Searing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 19g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 70mg

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