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Creamy Garlic Grilled Salmon

Creamy Garlic Grilled Salmon is a rich and flavorful dish featuring perfectly grilled salmon fillets topped with a luscious garlic cream sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
  2. Rub salmon fillets with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill salmon for 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through and grill marks appear.
  4. Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  5. Add heavy cream, red pepper flakes (if using), and bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Remove from heat and spoon the garlic cream sauce over the grilled salmon fillets.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use skin-on salmon for easier grilling and better flavor.
  • The garlic sauce can also be made ahead and reheated gently.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

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Keywords: grilled salmon, creamy garlic sauce, easy dinner, seafood recipe