Tuscan Butter Salmon
450kcal
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 2 fillets Salmon (6 oz each) skin on or off
- 1 tbsp Olive oil for searing
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp Butter for creaminess
- 3-4 cloves Garlic minced
- 1/4 cup Sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish
- Fresh parsley or basil optional
Method
How to Make Tuscan Butter Salmon
- Prep the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets thoroughly with paper towels.
- Heat the Pan: Warm a skillet over medium-high heat until it sizzles.
- Sear the Salmon: Add salmon fillets and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Set Aside: Remove the salmon and set aside.
- Melt the Butter: In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Incorporate the Tomatoes: Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Pour in the Cream: Add the heavy cream and let it simmer.
- Add the Spinach: Stir in fresh spinach until just wilted.
- Finish with Cheese: Mix in grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper as needed.
- Reheat the Salmon: Return salmon to the pan or pour sauce over.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
Nutrition
Serving1filletCalories450kcalCarbohydrates6gProtein36gFat33gSaturated Fat15gPolyunsaturated Fat4gMonounsaturated Fat12gCholesterol90mgSodium600mgPotassium800mgFiber2gSugar2gVitamin A1000IUVitamin C12mgCalcium300mgIron2mg