Creamy Lemon Salmon Piccata Recipe: The Best Comforting Dish
This Creamy Lemon Salmon Piccata is a delightful dish that combines the richness of salmon with a zesty lemon sauce. Perfect for a comforting meal!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons capers
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet.
- Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the salmon and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Add lemon juice and capers, simmer for 2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir until combined; let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Return the salmon to the skillet, spoon the sauce over it, and cook for another minute.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with pasta or rice for a complete meal.
- For additional flavor, add some white wine while cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Salmon Piccata, Salmon Recipe, Comfort Food