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Creamy Tuscan Butter Salmon Recipe Easy Homemade Dinner with Spinach and Tomatoes

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan butter salmon with spinach and tomatoes, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner that feels both fancy and homey.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, skin-on or skinless, about 6 oz (170g) each
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach (about 90g)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120ml)
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Let rest at room temperature for about 5 minutes.
  2. Warm 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted and foamy (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Place fillets skin-side down (if skin-on) in the pan. Cook without moving for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and salmon is mostly cooked through. Flip carefully and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until just opaque. Remove salmon and set aside on a warm plate.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon butter and minced garlic to the pan. Stir quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute to release their flavor.
  6. Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly (about 3 minutes). If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or broth.
  7. Fold in 3 cups baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes, keeping it vibrant green.
  8. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Return salmon to the pan, spooning sauce over the fillets. Let everything warm together for 1 minute before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure a good sear on the salmon. Pat salmon dry before cooking. Control heat carefully to avoid burning garlic or cream. Add spinach last to keep it vibrant. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. If sauce separates, whisk off heat to bring it back.

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