Description
Creamy Tuscan Salmon is a fantastic dish that brings together tender salmon filets, sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy goodness. Perfect for a quick dinner that impresses, this recipe highlights the delightful flavors of Italian cuisine while being simple to prepare. Enjoy this healthy and comforting meal any night of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 salmon filets (about 1 pound total)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ white onion diced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add onions, sun-dried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Reduce heat to low, add fresh baby spinach, and let the sauce simmer until the spinach wilts. Taste and add salt if needed.
- Return the salmon to the pan and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, try adding a splash of white wine to the sauce after sautéing the vegetables.
Feel free to substitute salmon with other fish like trout or chicken for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filet
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg