Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms in Creamy Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms in Creamy Sauce, a dish that marries rich, savory notes with nutritious ingredients. This elegant recipe is perfect for both a quick weeknight meal and a special occasion, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. The tender salmon fillets are enveloped in a creamy sauce infused with garlic, butter, and fresh spinach, topped with earthy mushrooms for an impressive presentation. Whether served over rice or paired with a fresh salad, this one-pan meal is sure to impress your family and guests alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute, then add sliced mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice; stir to combine and let simmer until slightly thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Return salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over each piece; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg