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Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe Easy Homemade Dinner with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan salmon dish featuring a silky sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for an impressive yet fuss-free dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces/170 grams each), skin-on or skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 4 cups fresh spinach (about 120 grams), roughly chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 small lemon, zest and juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning. Let them rest for about 5 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat in a large non-stick skillet. When the oil shimmers, add the salmon skin-side down if it has skin, and cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving it to get a crispy crust. Flip carefully and cook the other side for 3-4 minutes until just cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the same pan. Stir for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Add the chopped spinach to the pan and stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle in the remaining Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), and lemon zest. Stir gently and let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and squeeze in the lemon juice. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Return the salmon fillets to the pan, spoon some sauce over the top, and let them warm in the sauce for a minute or two before serving.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to loosen it. Avoid overcooking the salmon to keep it tender. Use fresh garlic and sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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