PAN-SEARED SALMON WITH CREAMY AVOCADO SAUCE

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Simply pan-sear salmon in a little olive oil on medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side. That's it. Top with creamy avocado sauce and serve with a lemon wedge.

Provided by Rebecca

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup light whipping cream
1 avocado - halved, pitted, and peeled
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 (6 ounce) fillets salmon fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup fresh basil leaves
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, cream, avocado, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in an electric blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  • Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Coat the bottom of a skillet with olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add salmon once oil is hot and sear, 5 to 6 minutes. Flip and sear for 5 to 6 minutes more.
  • Transfer salmon to a plate and top with creamy avocado sauce. Sprinkle with basil and serve immediately with a lemon wedge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 48.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 129 mg, Sugar 0 g

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