Creamy Tuscan Salmon
Indulge in this delicious Creamy Tuscan Salmon, where tender salmon fillets meet a rich, buttery sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach—perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skinless, about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat dry.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook the Salmon: Carefully place the salmon fillets into the skillet. Season with salt and pepper and cook for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Create the Sauce: In the same skillet, pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine with garlic remnants. Add sun-dried tomatoes and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add Spinach & Cheese: Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese into the mixture, allowing it to melt.
- Combine & Serve: Return the cooked salmon to the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Serve immediately over pasta or rice for an unforgettable meal!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like basil or parsley. - You can customize this dish by using different fish such as trout.