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Creamy Marry Me Tuscan Salmon Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan salmon dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each (preferably wild-caught)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup dry white wine (60 ml) or chicken broth as substitute
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A handful of chopped fresh basil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. When hot, place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving to crisp the skin.
  3. Flip the salmon gently with tongs and cook for another 3-4 minutes until just cooked through. Remove salmon from pan and set aside on a warm plate, leaving oil and fond in the pan.
  4. Reduce heat to medium, add butter and minced garlic. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning the garlic.
  5. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and pour in white wine. Scrape the pan bottom and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Slowly add heavy cream while stirring continuously. Sprinkle in grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Watch closely to prevent curdling.
  7. Add chopped spinach and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until spinach wilts, about 1-2 minutes. Finish with lemon juice and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Return salmon to the pan, nestling it into the sauce. Spoon sauce over fillets and cook together for another minute to meld flavors.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh basil and serve immediately, ideally with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.

Notes

Keep an eye on the sauce consistency; if too thick, add a splash of water or broth to loosen. Do not overcook salmon to maintain buttery texture. Use fresh Parmesan cheese for best melting and flavor. Rest salmon briefly after cooking to redistribute juices. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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