Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Creamy Salmon Gnocchi that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. Tender salmon, pillowy gnocchi, and a rich, creamy sauce that comes together quickly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for cooking
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
- Optional: A handful of fresh spinach or peas
Instructions
- 1. Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon for about 3-4 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces.
- 2. While the salmon cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package directions, until they float. Reserve about 1 cup of the gnocchi cooking water before draining.
- 3. In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed. Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Pour in the white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for about 1-2 minutes.
- 5. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
- 6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until melted and smooth.
- 7. Add the flaked salmon and drained gnocchi to the skillet. If using spinach or peas, add them now. Toss gently to coat.
- 8. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved gnocchi cooking water until desired consistency is reached.
- 9. Stir in the chopped fresh dill. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 10. Serve immediately, garnished with extra dill and Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of milk or water if the sauce has thickened too much. Avoid microwaving if possible.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A