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Creamy Salmon Florentine: A Rich and Elegant Dinner That’s Ready in 30 Minutes

Seared salmon fillets in a rich, creamy Florentine sauce with spinach, garlic, and herbs in a skillet.
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This rich and elegant image showcases creamy Salmon Florentine at its finest. Featuring perfectly seared salmon fillets nestled in a velvety garlic cream sauce with tender spinach, herbs, and subtle seasoning, this dish is both comforting and refined. Ideal for a cozy dinner or a romantic date night, it’s a one-pan meal full of flavor and finesse.

Ingredients

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For the Salmon

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional, for color)

For the Creamy Florentine Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 small shallot or ½ small onion, finely chopped

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach (about 4 oz)

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Add-ins

  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons white wine

  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard for tang

Instructions

Step 1: Season and Sear the Salmon

  • Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels.

  • Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes until golden and cooked through.

  • Remove salmon and set aside on a plate.

Step 2: Make the Sauce Base

  • Lower heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt butter.

  • Add chopped shallot and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent.

  • Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  • (Optional) Deglaze the pan with white wine and let it reduce for 1–2 minutes.

Step 3: Add Cream and Spinach

  • Pour in heavy cream and stir gently.

  • Bring to a gentle simmer.

  • Stir in Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the sauce.

  • Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.

  • Add lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, and adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Return Salmon to Pan

  • Nestle the salmon fillets back into the skillet.

  • Spoon the sauce over the top.

  • Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes to heat everything through.

Step 5: Serve

 

  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or lemon wedges.

  • Pair with your choice of sides (see ideas below!).

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