Description
This Tuscan Salmon with Parmesan Cream Sauce is a rich and flavorful dish featuring perfectly seared salmon fillets smothered in a creamy, garlicky Parmesan sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a quick yet elegant meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then sear them skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and let it simmer for a couple of minutes to deglaze the pan.
- Reduce the heat and add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Return the salmon fillets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Let everything simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut milk for heavy cream and nutritional yeast for Parmesan.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing red pepper flakes.
- Serve with pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
