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Creamy Lemon Capers Salmon

Recipe by miraysway on InstagramAdded 10 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A silky, citrusy salmon dish where tender fillets are bathed in a bright lemon‑capers cream sauce, accented with fresh spinach and a hint of pepper flakes. The combination of zesty lemon, briny capers, and smooth cream creates a vibrant, comforting dinner that’s quick to prepare and sure to impress.

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Method

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a pinch of butter until melted.

  2. Add the minced onions and garlic, sautéing until the onions become translucent and fragrant.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The onions are translucent and the garlic smells fragrant. Stir often so the garlic does not brown too quickly.

  3. Stir in the capers, lemon zest, and lemon juice, cooking for 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

  4. Add the fresh spinach and cook until it wilts, about 2 minutes.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The spinach has collapsed into the pan. Fold it through the capers before adding cream.

  5. Pour in the light liquid cream, stirring to combine and create a silky sauce; let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The cream forms a silky sauce that lightly coats the pan. Keep the simmer gentle to avoid splitting the cream.

  6. Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and pepper flakes to taste.

  7. Place the salmon fillets into the skillet, skin-side down if applicable, and cook for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The salmon flakes easily and looks opaque through the center. Turn carefully to keep the fillets intact.

  8. Serve the salmon topped with the creamy lemon capers sauce, garnished with extra lemon zest if desired.

Tips while you cook

Sauté aromatics first
Cook the minced onions and garlic until translucent before adding capers and lemon.
Simmer cream briefly
Stir in the light liquid cream and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to form a silky sauce.
Watch salmon cooking time
Cook each salmon fillet 4–6 minutes per side until it flakes easily with a fork.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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