Description

Creamy Salmon Florentine is a decadent yet simple skillet dish that combines perfectly seared salmon fillets with a luscious creamy garlic spinach sauce enriched with Parmesan cheese and a hint of lemon. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting meal is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive yet easy-to-make seafood dish.

Ingredients

Salmon

4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil

Sauce and Greens

4 cups fresh spinach
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Preheat skillet: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil to coat the pan evenly.
Cook salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Sauté garlic and spinach: Flip the salmon fillets carefully, add the minced garlic around the fish, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, stirring gently.
Add cream and lemon: Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice while stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes until it slightly thickens.
Incorporate Parmesan: Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it melts smoothly into the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve: Serve the creamy salmon Florentine immediately over your choice of cooked pasta or rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Notes

Ensure the salmon skin crisps well before flipping to prevent sticking.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smoothest melt.
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream.
Add fresh herbs like dill or parsley as garnish for added flavor and color.
Serve with garlic bread or a fresh green salad for a fuller meal experience.