Irresistible Creamy Parmesan Tuscan Salmon Recipe in 30 Minutes
This Irresistible Creamy Parmesan Tuscan Salmon recipe delivers rich flavors in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 fillets Salmon (skin-on) Ensure skin-on fillets for crispy texture.
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil For searing.
For the Creamy Sauce
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic for aroma.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute half-and-half for lighter option.
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated for best texture.
For Additional Flavor
- 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (chopped) Use oil-packed for richness.
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach Kale can be used as a substitute.
- 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Mix of herbs for depth.
- 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped) For garnish.
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place salmon skin-side down in the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy.
- Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Italian seasoning, cooking until spinach wilts.
- Return the salmon to the skillet, spooning the sauce over it for 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with pasta or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 37gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
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