Creamy Tuscan Salmon
A delightful dish combining salmon, spinach, and tomatoes in a rich creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets Use wild or farmed salmon based on preference.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the salmon.
- 2 tablespoons butter Adds richness to the dish.
- 3 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Fresh and halved.
- 3 cups spinach Fresh, washed.
- 1/4 cup fresh basil Chopped, for garnish.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese Grated.
- to taste salt For seasoning.
- to taste pepper For seasoning.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet and sear until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to burst.
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle in parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth.
- Return the salmon to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve hot with rice, pasta, or crusty bread. Adding a fresh salad on the side can enhance the meal. To store leftovers, place salmon and sauce in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat.