Creamy Parmesan Tuscan Salmon
Indulge in the Creamy Parmesan Tuscan Salmon, a culinary masterpiece that pairs tender salmon fillets with a luscious cream sauce, vibrant spinach, and sweet cherry tomatoes. This elegant dish is perfect for impressing dinner guests or enjoying a cozy night in. With its rich flavors and simple preparation, it brings the essence of Italian cooking right to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir well. Add grated Parmesan cheese and dried herbs; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Place salmon fillets into the skillet, spoon sauce over each fillet, then transfer to the oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg