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.
Marry Me Salmon
Recipe by Daily Disher
Marry Me Salmon features perfectly baked salmon fillets smothered in a luxurious cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.
Course: Main
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
4
Prep time
15 minutes
Cooking time
20 minutes
Calories
500 kcal
35 minutes
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds salmon fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
Directions
1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2.
Season salmon fillets with salt and black pepper; place them in the prepared baking dish.
3.
In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4.
Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese; keep stirring until well combined and creamy.
5.
Add Italian seasoning and half of the basil to the cream mixture, then remove the skillet from heat.
6.
Pour the cream sauce over salmon fillets in the baking dish, ensuring even distribution over the fish.
7.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
8.
Garnish the cooked salmon with the remaining basil before serving for added flavor and a fresh touch.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
500kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg