Better Than Restaurant: Easy Tuscan Salmon Recipe You’ll Love
Experience the delightful flavors of this Tuscan Salmon Recipe, featuring creamy garlic butter, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach.
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 2 fillets Salmon Fillet Use fresh or high-quality frozen
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Great for searing; substitute with avocado oil if preferred
- 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness; for a dairy-free option, swap with vegan butter
- 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic gives the best aroma
- 1 medium Onion Shallots can be a milder alternative
- 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Those packed in oil add richness
- 1 cup Half-and-Half Heavy cream or coconut cream are great substitutes
- 2 cups Spinach Kale can be used instead for variety
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for a dairy-free twist
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional; thickens the sauce if desired
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Sear Salmon: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillet with salt and pepper, then sear flesh-side down for 5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 5 minutes until cooked through; remove and set aside.
- Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter with the remaining juices. Add diced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in minced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add Wine (optional): Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping any bits stuck on the bottom. Let it reduce for about 2 minutes.
- Incorporate Ingredients: Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, then lower the heat and add half-and-half. Bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together nicely.
- Finish Sauce: Add spinach and stir until wilted, around 2 minutes. Gradually mix in parmesan until melted and creamy, using cornstarch if a thicker sauce is desired.
- Combine & Serve: Return the salmon to the pan, spoon the sauce generously over the top, and serve with your choice of pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving for an added pop of flavor.