Grilled Salmon in Champagne Sauce
Elevate your dinner table with the sophisticated flavors of Grilled Salmon in Champagne Sauce, a dish that’s as luxurious as it is simple to prepare. Perfectly grilled salmon fillets, seasoned with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, are paired with a rich and velvety champagne sauce made with dry champagne, heavy cream, and aromatic shallots. A touch of fresh dill and a splash of lemon juice bring a bright, herbaceous finish to this creamy masterpiece. Quick to make with just 15 minutes of prep time and ideal for entertaining or a special night in, this restaurant-quality dish is best served with sides like roasted potatoes or steamed asparagus. Treat yourself to the elegance of this indulgent yet approachable seafood recipe that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup dry champagne
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Brush both sides of the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
Place the salmon fillets on the preheated grill, skin-side down. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked to your preferred level of doneness. Remove from the grill and set aside, keeping them warm.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become soft and aromatic.
Pour the champagne into the saucepan with the shallots and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes, reducing slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Mix in the chopped dill and lemon juice. Stir well and remove the sauce from heat.
To serve, place a grilled salmon fillet on a plate and spoon the champagne sauce generously over the top. Garnish with extra fresh dill if desired.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes such as roasted potatoes or steamed asparagus.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.7 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.8 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 610 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.0 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.4 mcg | 112% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 710 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
