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Tuscan Salmon with Parmesan Cream Sauce

Tuscan Salmon with Parmesan Cream Sauce: Comfort on a Plate

A delightful Tuscan Salmon with Parmesan Cream Sauce that brings Italian comfort to your table in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness to the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Essential for searing the salmon.
  • 2 cloves garlic Opt for fresh for the best flavor.
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes Adds a tangy sweetness.
  • ½ cup dry white wine For deglazing the pan.
  • 1 cup double/heavy cream Gives the sauce its creamy texture.
  • ¾ cup Parmesan cheese Always use freshly grated.
For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets salmon Use fresh or well-thawed, skin-on for crispiness.
  • to taste salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Greens
  • 2 cups fresh spinach Adds color and nutrients.

Equipment

  • large frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting your salmon fillets dry using a paper towel, ensuring they are moisture-free for a perfect sear. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large frying pan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil and a tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and bubbly. Place the salmon fillets skin-side up in the pan and sear for 6–7 minutes, then transfer to a plate and cover.
  3. Using the same pan, lower the heat to medium and add minced garlic, sautéing for about 30 seconds. Add sun-dried tomatoes and pour in ½ cup of dry white wine to deglaze the pan, simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and ¾ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Fold in spinach and return the salmon to the pan, simmmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Taste the creamy sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. Plate your Tuscan Salmon and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is quick to prepare and is gluten-free, making it accessible for everyone at the table.

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