Lemon Garlic Salmon with Cream Sauce

Experience a delightful American main course with this Lemon Garlic Salmon recipe. Perfect for any dinner night, this dish pairs perfectly seasoned salmon with creamy mashed potatoes, vibrant asparagus, and a rich lemon garlic spinach cream sauce. It's a feast for both your taste buds and senses, made to impress your guests or loved ones.

Ingredients

🐟 1 Salmon fillet

🫒 1 tablespoon oil

🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder

🌶️ 1 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Creole seasoning

🦐 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

🥔 3 medium potatoes

🥄 1 tablespoon butter

🍋 1 lemon slice

🌱 1 bunch asparagus

🧄 2 cloves minced garlic

🥛 1 cup heavy cream

🍃 1 cup fresh spinach

Instructions

1- Prepare the Salmon:

• Drizzle oil over the salmon fillet.

• Season it with garlic powder, Creole seasoning, and Old Bay seasoning.

• Rub the seasonings into the salmon to ensure they are evenly spread and absorbed.

• Cut the salmon into individual sections for even cooking.

2- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:

• Peel the potatoes and cut them into chunks.

• Boil them in a pot of salted water until tender.

• Drain and mash the potatoes, then set them aside.

3- Prepare the Asparagus:

• Trim the tough ends off the asparagus.

• Toss them in a metal bowl with a drizzle of oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.

4- Cook the Salmon:

• Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

• Add the salmon fillets and cook until the exterior is crispy and the inside is cooked.

5- Make the Cream Sauce:

• After removing the salmon, add minced garlic to the same skillet.

• Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer.

• Add the spinach, stirring until wilted.

6- Assemble the Dish:

• On a plate, layer the mashed potatoes as a base.

• Place the cooked salmon fillets on top.

• Arrange the asparagus alongside.

• Drizzle the cream sauce over the salmon.

• Garnish with a slice of lemon.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: Approximately 620 per serving

Proteins: 35g

Fats: 40g

Carbohydrates: 35g

Equipment: Skillet, pot, metal bowl

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure to evenly season the salmon for a consistent flavor throughout.

• Do not overcook the salmon; it should remain moist and flaky.

• Allow the cream sauce to thicken slightly to coat the salmon and asparagus well.

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Lemon Garlic Salmon with Cream Sauce