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Creamy Lemon Garlic Salmon Piccata

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Creamy Lemon Garlic Salmon Piccata is an elegant, flavorful dish featuring seared salmon in a silky lemon garlic cream sauce with capers. It’s a fresh twist on the classic piccata—bright, savory, and comforting in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 2–3 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless, center-cut)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richness)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup white wine, crushed red pepper flakes to taste

Instructions

  1. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon, skin-side down first if using, for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat and sauté garlic in the same skillet until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Deglaze the pan with broth (and white wine if using), scraping up browned bits. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and capers. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream, and simmer gently until sauce thickens slightly. Add butter for extra richness if desired.
  6. Return salmon to the pan and spoon sauce over the fillets to coat.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with optional lemon slices.

Notes

  • Add baby spinach or kale to the sauce for extra greens.
  • Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
  • Use more broth and a thickener like cornstarch for a cream-free sauce.
  • Pairs well with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables.
  • Reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream to keep the sauce smooth.

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