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Creamy Tuscan Salmon with Garlic Butter Sauce

Creamy Tuscan Salmon with Garlic Butter Sauce
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Creamy Tuscan Salmon with Garlic Butter Sauce features tender, flaky salmon fillets seared to perfection and served with a rich, garlicky cream sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese. This quick and easy recipe, ready in under 30 minutes, offers a healthy, visually stunning, and comforting meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 4 fresh salmon fillets (thick, skin-on)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or fresh herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons butter (plus extra for searing)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Garnishes

  • Fresh chopped basil or parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy sear. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning or fresh herbs.
  2. Sear the Salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of butter and olive oil. Place the salmon skin-side down in the skillet without moving for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden. Flip carefully and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Reduce heat to medium. Add more butter to the same skillet, then toss in the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute to release their flavors into the garlic butter.
  4. Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine with the garlic and tomatoes. Let it simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted, forming a rich, nutty sauce.
  5. Add Spinach and Finish Cooking: Stir in baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted and tender. Return the seared salmon to the pan, spooning the creamy sauce over the fillets. Cook together for an additional minute to meld flavors and warm through.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and high-quality butter for the richest sauce.
  • Sear the salmon in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure a perfect crust.
  • Keep the sauce simmering gently to prevent breaking or curdling.
  • Let the salmon rest briefly after cooking to redistribute juices for tender fillets.
  • Use room temperature ingredients to help the sauce come together smoothly without lumps.

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Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Salmon, Garlic Butter Sauce, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Healthy Salmon Recipe, Quick Salmon Dinner, Gluten Free Salmon

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