Salmon with Dijon Dill Shallot Sauce
Elevate your dinner table with this sumptuous recipe for Salmon with Dijon Dill Shallot Sauce, a perfect harmony of rich, creamy flavors and vibrant freshness. Tender, seared salmon fillets are bathed in a luxurious sauce made from Dijon mustard, heavy cream, and a splash of chicken or vegetable broth, balanced beautifully with the zesty brightness of fresh dill and lemon juice. Minced shallots and garlic add depth and aromatic elegance, while a golden sear ensures the salmon is both moist and flavorful. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, buttery mashed potatoes, or a simple side salad, making it ideal for both weeknight meals and special occasions. Delight your senses with this restaurant-worthy salmon entree that’s as easy to make as it is impressive to serve!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces shallots, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets, skin-side down if applicable, and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add unsalted butter. Once melted, add the minced shallots and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Whisk in Dijon mustard, heavy cream, and chicken or vegetable broth. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
Stir in chopped dill and lemon juice, cooking for another minute while stirring continuously. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top to coat. Let them warm in the sauce for 2 minutes.
Serve the salmon immediately with the Dijon dill shallot sauce drizzled generously over the top. Garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1924 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.4 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.4 g | 252% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 2749 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 107.5 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 225 mg | 5% | |
*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.
