Creamy Pesto Salmon
Creamy Pesto Salmon is a quick and delightful dish that transforms your weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience in just 30 minutes. Juicy salmon filets are seared to perfection and enveloped in a rich, homemade creamy pesto sauce, making for a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or fresh vegetables. This recipe is not only simple but also customizable, allowing you to incorporate seasonal herbs or veggies into the sauce. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this flavorful dish will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 (6 oz) skinless salmon filets
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2/3 cup almond milk
- 3 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup homemade pesto sauce
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season salmon filets with salt and pepper; cook for 2-4 minutes on each side until flaky. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
- Deglaze with almond milk, then add cream cheese and pesto; stir until creamy.
- Return salmon to the pan; coat with the sauce and garnish with fresh basil and lemon before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon filet (170g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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