Description
Creamy Salmon Florentine is a delicious and hearty dish combining tender salmon fillets with fresh spinach in a rich, garlicky cream sauce. Perfect for a quick and elegant dinner, this recipe marries the flavors of Parmesan cheese, lemon, and garlic with juicy salmon cooked to perfection in a skillet.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Seasoning
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Vegetables and Dairy
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat skillet: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil, preparing it for cooking the salmon.
- Cook salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
- Sauté garlic and spinach: Flip the salmon fillets carefully. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, combining the flavors with the salmon.
- Create cream sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring gently to combine all ingredients. Let the mixture simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Finish with Parmesan: Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it melts smoothly into the cream sauce. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Serve the creamy salmon florentine over pasta or rice for a complete, satisfying meal.
Notes
- Ensure salmon fillets are of even thickness for consistent cooking.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Freshly grated Parmesan provides the best flavor and melts better than pre-grated.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy sauce at its best texture.
- Add freshly chopped parsley or basil as a garnish for extra freshness and color.
