Description
Zesty salmon finds harmony with creamy feta dill sauce, creating a Mediterranean-inspired culinary delight. Chefs can elevate weeknight dinners with this simple yet elegant recipe that promises robust flavors and easy preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (3 to 4 oz/85 to 113 g each)
- 4 oz (113 g) crumbled feta cheese
- 1 ¼ cups (295 ml) heavy cream
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) butter
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) chopped fresh dill
- Old Bay seasoning, to taste
Instructions
- Prep Salmon: Drizzle salmon fillets with lemon juice and dust with Old Bay seasoning to amplify maritime flavors.
- Cook Fish: Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes or bake until salmon becomes translucent and flakes effortlessly with a fork.
- Create Sauce Base: Melt butter in a skillet over high heat, then introduce heavy cream and Dijon mustard, seasoning with additional Old Bay for depth.
- Develop Sauce Texture: Reduce temperature to medium-low, allowing the mixture to simmer and thicken for 3-4 minutes while stirring periodically.
- Integrate Cheese Elements: Fold crumbled feta into the simmering sauce, incorporating most of the fresh dill and maintaining a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Plate and Garnish: Transfer cooked salmon to serving plates, cascade the velvety feta dill sauce over the fillets, and sprinkle remaining fresh dill as a bright, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Choose Fresh Salmon: Select high-quality, bright-colored salmon fillets with firm texture and minimal fishy odor for best taste and texture.
- Optimize Seasoning Technique: Pat salmon dry before adding lemon juice and Old Bay to ensure seasonings adhere perfectly and create a crisp, flavorful crust.
- Control Sauce Consistency: Watch sauce carefully while simmering, stirring constantly to prevent burning and achieve smooth, creamy texture without separation.
- Garnish with Purpose: Add fresh dill just before serving to maintain vibrant color and maximize aromatic flavor profile, preventing herb wilting or bitterness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg