Can I use frozen salmon?

Yes—thaw fully and pat dry. Add 1–2 minutes extra cooking per side.

Can I substitute dairy-free ingredients?

Yes—use dairy-free cream, omit parmesan, or substitute nutritional yeast.

Absolutely, assuming sun-dried tomatoes are gluten-free. Use gluten-free broth if needed.

Yes—sauté aromatics and tomatoes, store sauce, then reheat and add spinach and salmon before serving.

How do I keep sauce smooth?

Use low heat, stir gently, and add broth or water to thin if needed.

Creamy Tuscan Salmon with Spinach

Name: Creamy Tuscan Salmon with Spinach
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian American
Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each); 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small shallot, finely chopped; ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced; ½ cup heavy cream or plain Greek yogurt; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 cups baby spinach; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Description

Creamy Tuscan salmon is a one-skillet dinner with garlic cream sauce, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. Ready in 30 minutes for easy comfort.

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each)

1 tbsp olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 small shallot, finely chopped

⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced

½ cup heavy cream or plain Greek yogurt

¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

2 cups baby spinach

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Pat salmon dry, season with salt and pepper.

2. Sear salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes. Flip and cook another 2 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, sauté shallot and garlic for 1 minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.

4. Pour in cream or yogurt, simmer 2–3 minutes. Stir in parmesan until smooth.

5. Add spinach and stir until just wilted.

6. Return salmon to skillet and simmer for 2 minutes. Spoon sauce over salmon.

7. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use center-cut salmon for even cooking.

For lighter option, use Greek yogurt and low-fat parmesan.

Best served immediately but leftovers reheat well.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Italian American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: creamy tuscan salmon, salmon with spinach, one skillet salmon