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Salmon with Creamy Spinach Sauce

Salmon with Creamy Spinach Sauce

Tender pan-seared salmon served with a rich, silky spinach cream sauce that feels comforting, elegant, and deeply satisfying.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
  • 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Season the salmon fillets evenly on both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the butter, allowing it to melt gently.
  3. Place the salmon fillets into the skillet and cook until golden on the first side.
  4. Flip the salmon and cook until just tender and opaque, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted and the sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Return the salmon to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the fillets, and warm through before serving.

Notes

  • Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer to maintain a smooth texture.
  • Taste the sauce before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: European-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Cholesterol: 135 mg

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