Description
Enjoy a delightful Tuscan Garlic Salmon featuring seared salmon fillets smothered in a creamy garlic sauce with fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner or entertaining, combining rich flavors and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
- Season both sides of the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes without moving them.
- Flip the salmon fillets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until halfway cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 2 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add the fresh spinach and let it wilt for about a minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and incorporated.
- Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the sauce and mix well.
- Place the salmon fillets back into the skillet, spooning some sauce over each fillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through (145°F/63°C).
- Carefully remove the skillet from the oven.
- Serve each salmon fillet on a plate, generously spooning the garlic cream sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Pair with your favorite side dishes, such as garlic mashed potatoes or a light quinoa salad.
- Enjoy your meal!
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a low-fat cream alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes