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Creamy Tuscan Salmon

Creamy Tuscan Salmon: A Quick Elegant Dinner Delight

Creamy Tuscan Salmon is a high-protein, elegant dish prepared in under 20 minutes, combining rich flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 0.75 to 1 pound Fresh Salmon Ideally filleted and cut into 4 pieces
  • Salt Season to taste
  • Pepper Season to taste
  • Garlic Powder Or use fresh minced garlic
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or substitute with butter
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Consider a vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or Dry White Wine Substitute with vegetable broth for pescatarian option
  • ½ cup Heavy/Whipping Cream Can use half-and-half or dairy-free options
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped, preferably oil-packed
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach Generous handful, optional to enhance flavor
  • Fresh Basil Optional for garnish
  • Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Lightly dredge in flour.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, add sun-dried tomatoes, and simmer while scraping browned bits.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and simmer until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add spinach to the sauce, let it wilt, then return salmon to skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with basil and Parmesan cheese, over pasta, rice, or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to maintain creamy texture.

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