Description
This Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms in Creamy Sauce is a rich and flavorful dish that brings together perfectly seared salmon fillets with a luscious creamy sauce, sautéed garlic, mushrooms, and fresh spinach. Ready in just 25 minutes, this elegant yet simple recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Seasoning
- 4 salmon fillets
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Fats
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cups fresh spinach
Sauce
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Cook each side for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant but not browned.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they become soft and slightly browned.
- Wilt Spinach: Stir in fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted, mixing with the mushrooms and garlic butter.
- Make Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine and let the sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Add Salmon Back: Return the salmon fillets to the skillet. Spoon the creamy sauce over the salmon to coat it thoroughly.
- Finish Cooking: Cook everything together for 2-3 minutes more, allowing the salmon to heat through and absorb the flavors.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon fillets for best results, but thawed frozen fillets also work well.
- If you prefer, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste, especially after adding the Parmesan cheese which is salty.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the butter and heavy cream, and use olive oil and coconut milk, respectively.
- Serve this dish with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
