Creamy Salmon Florentine with Spinach and Mushrooms Recipe
Indulge in a luxurious and creamy salmon dish with a delightful blend of flavors from spinach and mushrooms. This Creamy Salmon Florentine is a perfect main course that is both elegant and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Creamy Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season and Sear Salmon: Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms, garlic, and spinach. Add cream, Parmesan, thyme, and lemon juice. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Return salmon to the skillet, spoon sauce over fillets, and simmer briefly. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
- Try with seared chicken or shrimp for a variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
