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Salmon with Creamy Spinach Sauce Recipe

Salmon with Creamy Spinach Sauce Recipe
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This Salmon with Creamy Spinach Sauce recipe offers a deliciously rich and healthy meal featuring pan-seared salmon paired with a luscious spinach cream sauce. Perfect for a nutritious dinner, the creamy spinach complements the tender, flavorful salmon beautifully, enhanced with garlic and lemon for a fresh, vibrant taste.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Creamy Spinach Sauce

  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and roughly chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Season each salmon fillet generously with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and hot. Add the salmon fillets, skin side down if applicable, and pan-sear for 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden and cooked halfway through. Flip and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  2. Make the Creamy Spinach Sauce: In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Add the fresh spinach and cook, stirring frequently, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Pour in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
  3. Plate and Serve: Place each cooked salmon fillet on a plate and generously spoon the creamy spinach sauce over the top. Serve immediately with optional lemon wedges for extra freshness and garnish if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture; frozen spinach will make the sauce watery.
  • Adjust the thickness of the sauce by simmering longer for a creamier texture or adding a splash of broth to thin it out.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or whole milk for heavy cream, though the sauce will be less rich.
  • Ensure the pan is hot before adding salmon for a crispy sear.
  • Serve immediately for best taste and texture, as the sauce can thicken further on standing.

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Keywords: Salmon recipe, creamy spinach sauce, pan-seared salmon, healthy dinner, seafood with spinach, easy salmon dinner

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