Creamy Salmon with Spinach and Dill
Creamy Salmon with Spinach and Dill is a sumptuous dish that combines tender salmon fillets with a rich, velvety sauce. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors with minimal effort. The creamy texture paired with fresh spinach and aromatic dill creates a restaurant-quality meal that will impress your family and friends. Dive into this comforting dish that brings warmth to any table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients. Rinse spinach and pat dry.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and dill. Mix well.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the sauce. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until nearly opaque.
- Carefully flip the fillets and cover the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until fully cooked but moist. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 312mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 116mg