Creamy Red Pepper Salmon

Supper| Dairy Free| Gluten Free
April 24, 2026•2 min read

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets, approx 6 oz each

  • 1 tbsp avocado oil

  • seasoning salt

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1 tbsp butter (or coconut oil)

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped (see directions below)

  • 1 cup canned coconut milk (or heavy cream)

  • parmesan, grated (optional)

  • parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Roast peppers for 15-20 minutes at 450F.

  2. Liberally season both sides of salmon fillets with seasoning.

  3. Add avocado or olive oil to large skillet and warm over medium-high heat. Once oil is hot, place salmon fillets in skillet with skin-side down. Sear for 4 minutes or until skin is golden and crisp.

  4. Flip fillets and cook skin-side up for 2 to 4 minutes or until desired doneness is reached. Transfer fillets to plate and return skillet to stove.

  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and pour 1 cup chicken broth into skillet. Deglaze pan, scraping up any browned bits that may be stuck to the bottom. Simmer until liquid is reduced by 50%, then pour remaining liquid into medium bowl.

  6. Return skillet to stove and increase heat to medium. Melt butter in skillet, then add minced garlic and saute 30-60 seconds, until just fragrant.

  7. Add in chopped roasted red peppers, fresh lemon juice, and heavy cream. Return reduced chicken broth to skillet and stir well. Bring liquid to boil and reduce until slightly thickened, approximately 3 minutes.

  8. Remove skillet from heat and stir in freshly grated parmesan until cheese is fully incorporated. Return salmon fillets to skillet and spoon plenty of sauce over the tops, then serve immediately with desired sides.

Notes

  • Nutrition: 1 serving | 449 calories, 5g carbohydrates, 29g protein, 41g fat

  • Variations:

  • Add 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeno to the sauce for a spicy kick

  • Add 1/4 tsp smoked paprika and a pinch of cayenne for a smoky flavour

  • Swap salmon for chicken breasts, pork chops, or firm white fish (halibut or cod)

  • Stir in 2 cups of fresh spinach or chopped kale during the last minute of cooking for extra nutrition

Recipe inspired by and photo credit: https://40aprons.com/salmon-red-pepper-parmesan-cream-sauce/

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