Marry Me Salmon
Marry Me Salmon features perfectly baked salmon fillets smothered in a luxurious cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.
4
servings15
minutes20
minutes500
kcal35
minutesIngredients
1.5 pounds salmon fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes
0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and black pepper; place them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese; keep stirring until well combined and creamy.
- Add Italian seasoning and half of the basil to the cream mixture, then remove the skillet from heat.
- Pour the cream sauce over salmon fillets in the baking dish, ensuring even distribution over the fish.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
- Garnish the cooked salmon with the remaining basil before serving for added flavor and a fresh touch.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 500kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
This Marry Me Salmon lives up to its romantic name with a dish so delicious it just might inspire a marriage proposal. Tender, flaky salmon fillets are bathed in a decadent cream sauce enriched with tangy sun-dried tomatoes, nutty Parmesan cheese, and aromatic garlic that creates layers of sophisticated flavor. Fresh basil and Italian seasoning add herbaceous notes that elevate this from a simple weeknight dinner to restaurant-quality elegance that’s impressive enough for date night or special celebrations.
