Creamy Tuscan Salmon with Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Garlic Cream Sauce
Indulge in this rich and flavorful Creamy Tuscan Salmon with Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Garlic Cream Sauce! This easy one-pan dinner features perfectly seared salmon simmered in a luscious, garlicky cream sauce with vibrant spinach and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. It’s a restaurant-quality meal you can make at home in under 30 minutes—perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Packed with protein and bursting with Tuscan-inspired flavors, this comforting dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. Save this creamy salmon recipe for a quick, elegant, and satisfying meal idea!
Ingredients
- For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- For the Creamy Tuscan Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed preferred)
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for mild heat
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preparing the Salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon fillets for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature ~145°F). Remove salmon and set aside.
- Preparing the Creamy Tuscan Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook 1–2 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using), stirring until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly. Add fresh spinach and cook 1–2 minutes until wilted. Return salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top and warming for 1–2 minutes.