Rich Creamy Salmon Florentine Recipe
This Rich Creamy Salmon Florentine is a delightful dish featuring seared salmon fillets topped with a luscious cream sauce and fresh spinach.
Ingredients
Seafood
- 4 fillets salmon (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach (baby spinach works best)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half and half for a lighter version)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard (optional, for depth)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (to brighten)
Instructions
- Season salmon with salt and pepper, then sear skin-side down in olive oil and butter for 4–5 minutes per side.
- Add garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Stir in cream, Parmesan, mustard, and red pepper flakes; simmer until sauce thickens.
- Return salmon to skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer to reheat.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half and half.