Creamy Salmon Florentine
Creamy Salmon Florentine is an elegant dish that brings together tender salmon fillets and fresh spinach in a rich, velvety sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, showcasing vibrant colors and flavors that will impress your family and guests alike. Enjoy the comforting blend of creamy goodness and nutritious ingredients as you savor each bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Rinse spinach and chop coarsely if desired. Pat salmon dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté Spinach: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach, sauté for 2 minutes until wilted, then remove from pan.
- Cook Salmon: In the same skillet, add another tbsp olive oil if needed. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for about 6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Make Cream Sauce: Remove salmon from the skillet. Add minced garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice.
- Combine: Return spinach to the skillet along with salmon juices, stirring gently to combine.
- Serve: Plate each salmon fillet and pour creamy sauce over them. Enjoy with your choice of sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 115mg