Pan-Seared Salmon in a Creamy Lemon Sauce
If you’re craving a delicious yet quick dinner that brings a touch of elegance to your table, look no further than this Pan-Seared Salmon in a Creamy Lemon Sauce. This delightful dish combines tender salmon fillets with a zesty, creamy sauce made from fresh lemons and mascarpone cheese, all ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of garlic and dill that complement the salmon beautifully, making every bite a treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (skin removed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- Fresh dill (for garnish)
- Kosher salt and ground pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Zest and juice the lemons; reserve lemon slices for garnish.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in mascarpone cheese along with lemon zest and juice. Add water as needed to achieve desired sauce consistency; mix in fresh dill.
- Return salmon to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Top with lemon slices and cook for an additional 4-6 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg