Marry Me Salmon: A Romantic Dinner in 30 Minutes

Marry Me Salmon is a quick, delicious dish that transforms any meal into a romantic experience.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon Choose evenly thick fillets for uniform cooking.

For the Creamy Sauce

1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Provides a sweet and savory kick; fresh tomatoes can be substituted.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic for the best results.
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Adds richness; use nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative.
1/2 cup Cream Coconut cream can be used for non-dairy.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Ideal for cooking salmon.
1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor.
1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Dish
Mixing bowl
Meat thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Marry Me Salmon

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and ensure the oven rack is positioned in the center.
Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, placing them skin-side down in a baking dish.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, cream, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
Spoon the creamy mixture over each salmon fillet generously.
Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with fresh herbs or extra Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 34gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.

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