If you’re looking for a restaurant-quality dish that’s quick and easy to prepare at home, this Pan-Seared Salmon with Creamy Florentine Sauce is the answer. This dish combines the richness of perfectly seared salmon with a luxurious creamy sauce that’s infused with spinach, garlic, and Parmesan. It’s a meal that’s as elegant as it is satisfying, perfect for a special dinner or just a delicious weeknight treat.
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets, skin on or off (about 6 ounces each)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- Lemon wedges, for serving
For the Creamy Florentine Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)