Description
Salmon with Creamy Spinach Sauce brings together tender fish and a luxurious green sauce that makes dinner feel special without complicated prep. Grab fresh salmon, whip up this creamy sauce, and savor a restaurant-quality meal right from your own kitchen.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 2 salmon fillets
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 salt
- 1 pepper
Instructions
- Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet at medium heat (375°F) for 2 minutes until the surface shimmers slightly.
- Sprinkle ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper evenly across both salmon fillets, pressing the seasoning gently into the fish.
- Carefully lay seasoned salmon into the hot skillet, allowing each fillet to sear for 4-5 minutes until the bottom turns golden and crisp.
- Flip the salmon and cook the opposite side for another 4-5 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Transfer salmon to a clean plate, keeping it warm while preparing the sauce.
- Drop 2 minced garlic cloves into the same skillet, stirring continuously for 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add 2 cups fresh spinach to the pan, stirring quickly until leaves collapse and turn deep green, approximately 90 seconds.
- Pour 1 cup heavy cream into the skillet, whisking gently to blend with the spinach and garlic.
- Nestle the cooked salmon back into the creamy spinach sauce, allowing it to reheat for 2 minutes and absorb the flavors.
Notes
- Check salmon’s internal temperature reaches 145°F for perfect doneness and food safety.
- Fresh baby spinach works best for a tender, vibrant sauce that doesn’t turn bitter or stringy.
- Use a non-stick pan or well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent salmon from sticking and ensure a crisp exterior.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut milk to reduce calories while maintaining creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-13 minutes
- Category: Salmon
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg