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Garlic Butter Salmon Spinach

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๐Ÿง„ Savor the rich and flavorful Garlic Butter Salmon paired with creamy, garlicky spinach for a wholesome meal.
๐Ÿฅฌ This recipe offers a balanced blend of healthy fats, fresh herbs, and vibrant greens, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 salmon fillets (skin-on preferred for flavor and health benefits)

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

1 small shallot, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1 cup coconut milk

2 ounces cream cheese

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

4 cups fresh baby spinach

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, plus more for serving

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1-Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then place the salmon skin side down and cook for 2-3 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until done. Remove the salmon and set it aside.

2-Add the butter, shallot, and garlic to the same skillet and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes, coconut milk, and cream cheese, then season with salt and pepper. Simmer while stirring until the mixture turns smooth and creamy.

3-Add the parmesan cheese and spinach to the sauce, cooking until the spinach wilts, which takes about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice, parsley, and chives, then remove from heat.

4-Return the salmon to the skillet and coat it with the sauce. Serve each fillet topped with extra chives and pair with sides like crusty bread or roasted asparagus for a full meal.

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Notes

๐Ÿงˆ Cooking salmon with skin on crisps it up nicely and retains healthy oils.
๐Ÿฅฅ Coconut milk adds creaminess without overpowering coconut flavor, a lighter alternative to heavy cream.
๐Ÿ‹ Fresh herbs and lemon juice brighten the sauce and add vibrant flavor.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared, Simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
  • Calories: 619 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Fat: 46 g
  • Saturated Fat: 18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 7 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg