Description
Indulge in this quick and delightful dish where flaky salmon meets a rich, savory spinach sauce—perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach, packed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat dry. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, place the salmon fillets in the pan, skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Carefully flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until cooked through and flaky. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat slightly and add minced garlic. Sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Toss in fresh spinach and stir constantly until wilted, about two minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Add grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice; mix until cheese melts into the sauce.
- Return salmon to the skillet, spooning creamy spinach sauce over each piece. Simmer for one minute to meld flavors. Plate and drizzle with any remaining sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 325mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute fresh spinach with kale or add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted asparagus or quinoa for a complete meal.