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Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe

Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe

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Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe is easy for weeknight dinners. It is full of rich creamy garlic sauce and spinach. Sun-dried tomatoes add tang to the Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets skin on
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Pat salmon dry with paper towel.
  • Season salmon with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in skillet on medium.
  • Sear salmon skin side down first.
  • Cook salmon for 4 minutes each side.
  • Remove salmon, set aside on plate.
  • Add butter and minced garlic, sauté shortly.
  • Add sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning.
  • Pour in heavy cream and parmesan slowly.
  • Stir sauce until thick and creamy.
  • Add baby spinach, let it wilt down.
  • Return salmon to the creamy sauce.
  • Spoon sauce over salmon, simmer 2 minutes.
  • Garnish Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe with basil.

Notes

    • Use fresh salmon for the best flavor.
    • Let salmon rest before adding to sauce.
    • Use heavy cream for a thick sauce.
    • Do not overcook the salmon, keep it moist.
    • Add chili flakes for a little heat.
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