Description
This Creamy Salmon Florentine recipe features perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets nestled in a luscious sauce of sautéed spinach, garlic, heavy cream, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick and elegant dish that combines rich flavors and wholesome ingredients, ideal for a satisfying weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce and Vegetables
- 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 the skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil to prepare for cooking the salmon.
- Cook the salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side down in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 4-5 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. Then add the fresh spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted.
- Create the creamy sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring well to combine with the spinach and garlic. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.
- Finish with Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Plate the salmon fillets and spoon the creamy Florentine sauce over them. This dish is delicious served over pasta or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Ensure the salmon skin gets crispy by not moving the fillets too early during cooking.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smooth melting.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but it may be less rich.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy sauce at its best texture.
- For a low-sodium option, reduce the added salt and use low-sodium Parmesan cheese.
