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Salmon with white wine sauce, creamy asparagus, peas, and lemon slices on a white plate with a fork—an easy salmon recipe perfect for dinner.
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5 from 8 votes

Salmon with White Wine Sauce

This salmon with white wine sauce is an easy yet elegant meal featuring fresh vegetables and a creamy lemon-infused sauce. It’s full of flavor and perfect for any night of the week.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course, Meals
Cuisine: American
Keyword: salmon
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Bunch asparagus cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 Cups peas fresh or frozen
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic minced
  • 6 Ounces salmon filet cut into 4 pieces
  • ½ Teaspoon salt
  • ½ Teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons butter

For the White Wine Cream Sauce

  • ½ Cup white wine dry
  • ½ Cup chicken broth
  • 2 Teaspoons cornstarch
  • 3 Tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • ¾ Teaspoon thyme dried
  • ¾ Cup heavy cream
  • Cup parmesan cheese
  • lemon zest from 1 whole lemon

For Garnish

  • 1 Tablespoon parsley freshly chopped
  • 1 green onion sliced

Instructions

Cook the Salmon and Veggies

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil. Season the salmon with salt and pepper and place skin side up in the hot pan.
  • Cook for 2 minutes or slightly browned, then flip over (skin side down).
  • Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until done, then remove the fish and keep in a warm place.
  • Melt the butter in the same skillet. Cook the asparagus for 3 minutes, then add the peas and cook for another 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 more minute.  Remove the vegetables from the pan and keep them warm.

Make the White Wine Cream Sauce

  • Add the white wine to the same pan.
  • In a small dish, stir the corn starch into the chicken broth and pour into the pan with the white wine. Add the fresh lemon juice and thyme, then whisk until thickened.
  • Add the cream and heat through, then add the parmesan and melt.

Add the Fish, Veggies and Garnishes

  • Add the salmon and veggies back into the pan.
  • Stir in the green onions.
  • Serve garnished with the fresh parsley and lemon zest sprinkled on top.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice: Bottled juice won’t deliver the same brightness.
Don’t overcook the salmon: It should be just cooked through and still tender.
Whisk the sauce constantly: This ensures a smooth, lump-free finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 534mg | Potassium: 778mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2545IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 212mg | Iron: 5mg

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