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Marry Me Salmon ingredients including salmon fillets sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese

Marry Me Salmon

This creamy, dreamy Marry Me Salmon features seared salmon fillets in a luscious sun-dried tomato and Parmesan cream sauce. Elegant and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated, preferably freshly grated
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon for 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat. Pour in the heavy cream, add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir and let simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Return the seared salmon to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the fillets and simmer for another 2–3 minutes, or until salmon is fully cooked.
  5. Top with chopped fresh basil and serve hot with pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side.

Notes

Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. Substitute coconut cream and vegan cheese for a dairy-free version. You can also bake the dish after searing the salmon: bake at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.