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Creamy Garlic Tuscan Salmon

This Creamy Garlic Tuscan Salmon is a weeknight winner! Tender salmon in a velvety garlic and spinach sauce will impress everyone.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Easy, Quick, Seafood
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 fillets salmon skin-on or skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  • Start by patting the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides of each fillet with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, until the skin is crispy. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream, and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer.
  • Add the fresh spinach and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce, stirring until the spinach wilts.
  • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over the top. Let simmer for an additional minute.
  • Plate the salmon fillets, drizzling extra sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh basil. Serve immediately.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
  • Use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan for a vegan option.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth to thin it out.