Salmon with Spinach Cream Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
536 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Salmon with Spinach Cream Sauce
Description
Salmon with Spinach Cream Sauce starts with seasoning fresh salmon fillets, which are pan-seared in a combination of butter and olive oil until they develop a brown, cooked-through exterior. After removing the salmon, a creamy sauce is prepared directly in the pan to utilize residual flavors. The sauce begins with garlic sautéed in butter, followed by a reduction of chicken broth and the addition of baby spinach to wilt gently. Cream cheese and heavy cream are stirred in to form a smooth, luscious sauce seasoned with salt and pepper.
The result is a dish where the salmon’s natural richness is complemented by the mild, creamy spinach sauce with subtle garlic notes. The textural contrast between the flaky fish and creamy sauce highlights each component without overwhelming.
This recipe suits an elegant dinner, pairing well with steamed vegetables or a grain side. The creamy sauce adds moisture and flavor, making the salmon enjoyable without additional condiments.
For extra flavor, freshly grated Parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper can be added at serving. Covering the salmon after cooking keeps it moist until plated.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillet 6-ounce
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
creamy white sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth I used low sodium
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese at room temperature or softened in microwave
- ½-1 teaspoon salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
prepare the salmon
- Season salmon with salt and pepper to taste on both sides.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Once melted, drizzle oil into the pan and give it a good stir.
- Add salmon to the pan in a single layer. Sear, undisturbed, for 4-5 minutes until browned, carefully flip and cook another 5-7 minutes (depending on the thickness of your salmon pieces) until cooked through.
- Transfer salmon to a plate and cover tightly with foil to keep warm and moist.
make the sauce
- Add butter and garlic to the pan and stir over medium heat for about 2 minutes until butter mis melted and garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth and simmer about 5 minutes until reduced by half. Stir in spinach for about 1 minute until wilted.
- Stir in heavy cream, and cream cheese. Continue to gently stir until cream cheese is completely incorporated and sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper. Taste, add more salt and pepper if needed.
put it all together
- Return salmon to the pan, spoon the creamy spinach sauce over the salmon, and serve.
Notes
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper for additional flavor.
- Cover cooked salmon with foil to keep it warm and moist before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 536 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 536kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 41g | 63% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Cholesterol | 187mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 703mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 1015mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1822IU | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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