Description
A delightful and elegant dish featuring perfectly seared salmon fillets topped with a luscious, creamy Florentine sauce. The sauce is enriched with garlicky shallots, fresh spinach, and a hint of lemon, making it a balanced meal that’s both flavorful and satisfying.
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup chicken broth (or white wine)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Sear the Salmon: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin side down (if applicable) and sear for about 4 minutes until a golden crust forms. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3 minutes until just cooked through. Transfer the salmon to a plate and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the butter. Once melted, sauté the minced garlic and chopped shallot until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add Spinach: Toss in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Create the Creamy Base: Pour in the chicken broth (or white wine) and heavy cream. Sprinkle in the nutmeg and allow the mixture to simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Finish the Sauce: Stir in the lemon juice, taste, and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Combine & Serve: Return the seared salmon to the skillet to warm through, spooning the sauce over the fillets. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality, fresh salmon and heavy cream.
- Be cautious not to overcook the salmon to keep it tender and moist.
- Adjust the liquid components if a thicker or thinner sauce is preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg