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Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe Easy Homemade Spinach Sun-Dried Tomato Dinner

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan salmon dish featuring tender salmon fillets in a rich sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, skin-on or skinless, about 6 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil or soaked if dry)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach (about 4 ounces)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add salmon skin-side down if skin-on. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until crisp and golden. Flip and cook the other side for 3-4 minutes until cooked through but still tender. Transfer salmon to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm. (10 minutes)
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. (2 minutes)
  4. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes to release their flavor. (1-2 minutes)
  5. Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle in grated Parmesan cheese and dried Italian herbs. Stir gently until sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. (5 minutes)
  6. Add fresh spinach in batches, stirring gently into the sauce until just wilted but still bright green, about 1-2 minutes. (3 minutes)
  7. Return salmon fillets to the pan, spoon sauce over the top to coat. Warm through for 1-2 minutes, then plate and garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh basil if desired. (2 minutes)

Notes

Do not overcook the salmon; it should flake easily but remain moist. If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth to loosen it. Avoid burning the garlic by lowering heat if it browns too quickly. Wilt spinach just until soft to keep it vibrant. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.

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Keywords: creamy Tuscan salmon, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, easy salmon recipe, quick dinner, weeknight meal, low-carb, gluten-free

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