Description
Succulent Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Cream Sauce promises a Mediterranean-inspired culinary journey of delicate flavors and elegant dining. Rich, creamy sauce and perfectly flaked salmon invite you to savor each luxurious bite of this gourmet seafood experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 salmon fillets, skinless (about 150 grams/5 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons old style Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic cloves, minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
Garnish and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
- Lemon slices for serving
- 1–2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Position the oven rack in the center and heat to 425°F/220°C for optimal salmon roasting.
- Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard in a mixing bowl to create a flavorful marinade.
- Transfer salmon fillets into a skillet, generously coating each piece with the prepared marinade. Sprinkle ground black pepper and salt evenly across the surface.
- Roast salmon in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- While salmon bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over low-medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté quickly until aromatic, approximately 20 seconds.
- Stream heavy cream into the butter mixture, stirring continuously until the sauce begins to simmer and slightly thicken.
- Remove sauce from heat and incorporate additional lemon juice for brightness. Season with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Carefully drizzle the lemon butter cream sauce over the baked salmon, allowing it to rest for 5-10 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Plate the salmon alongside complementary sides like mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, roasted asparagus, or serve atop homemade pasta.
Notes
- Opt for fresh, high-quality salmon with vibrant color and firm texture to ensure the best flavor and results.
- Marinate salmon for 15-30 minutes before baking to enhance its tenderness and absorb more delicious lemon-garlic flavors.
- Use a meat thermometer to check salmon’s internal temperature, aiming for 145°F to guarantee perfectly cooked, moist fish without overcooking.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or half-and-half, reducing calories while maintaining a creamy sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg