Creamy Spinach and Roasted Red Pepper Salmon
A delightful dish featuring buttery salmon fillets enveloped in a creamy sauce with spinach and roasted red peppers, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon fillets (about 6 oz each) These tender, moist beauties will be the stars of our dish.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds depth and enhances the salmon's natural flavors.
- Salt and pepper, to taste Essential for seasoning.
- 2 tablespoons butter Provides a luxurious base for our sauce.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Infuses the dish with warmth and character.
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped Adds a fresh, earthy touch.
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, chopped Enhances the dish with sweetness and color.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Lends a creamy consistency.
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Provides depth and enhances creaminess.
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice Awakens the flavors and balances richness.
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional) A pop of color and freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper, and place them skin-side down in the skillet.
- Cook salmon for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Remove the salmon from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
Cooking
- Melt two tablespoons of butter in the same skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped spinach and wilt down for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in chopped roasted red peppers, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Return salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning sauce over them and transfer to oven.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until salmon is fully cooked and flaky.
Serving
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream. If you're looking to mix things up, various leafy greens can be used as substitutes.