salmon florentine

You don&#x27;t need to go to Florence, Italy to enjoy this FAST and EASY Italian-inspired salmon recipe at home! Tender flaky salmon is bathed in a decadent cream sauce made with heavy cream, wine, Parmesan cheese, and more! Fresh spinach and mushrooms add extra texture and flavor to this super flavorful fish dish!

Salmon Florentine

olive oil, divided

salmon filets, 6 to 8 ounces each* (See Notes)

mushrooms mushrooms

garlic, finely minced

heavy cream

dry white wine (such

lemon juice

Parmesan cheese

unsalted butter, optional

spinach,

Salt,

black pepper,

Red pepper flakes,

To a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (such as cast...

To a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (such as cast iron), add half the olive oil, salmon (skin side down if it has skin), and sear over medium heat for about 4 minutes (no skin) and 6 minutes (with skin) or until the salmon forms a nice little crust.

Flip it and cook for another 3 to...

Flip it and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until cooked through and as done as desired; remove it from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Tip - Do not overcook it. The salmon will also continue to cook from the internal heat and carryover cooking even after you remove it from the skillet so take this into account.

Add the remaining oil, mushrooms, and cook for...

Add the remaining oil, mushrooms, and cook for about 4 minutes or until they're beginning to soften; stir frequently.

Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute...

Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant; stir nearly constantly.

Add the heavy cream, wine, lemon juice, Parmesan,...

Add the heavy cream, wine, lemon juice, Parmesan, and simmer for 3 minutes; stir intermittently.

Optionally add the butter and allow it to...

Optionally add the butter and allow it to melt (recommended because it adds great richness) and add the salt and pepper to taste, and stir to combine.

Add the spinach, turn the heat to low,...

Add the spinach, turn the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and allow the spinach to wilt, about 3 minutes.

Optionally sprinkle with red pepper flakes and serve...

Optionally sprinkle with red pepper flakes and serve immediately. Salmon is best warm and fresh but extra will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months; reheat gently and slowly to avoid breaking the cream sauce.

Salmon Florentine is one pot salmon recipe that is ready in 25 minutes! Crispy pan seared salmon are topped with a flavorful and creamy sauce with spinach and mushrooms. Perfect for lunch or dinner!

SALMON FLORENTINE

Salmon fillets

Salt- 1/4 tsp.

Red chili flakes- 1/4 tsp.

Vegetable oil- 2 tbsp.

Onion (finely chopped)- 1

Garlic (minced)- 1 tbsp.

& Half- 1 1/4 cup

tbsp.

Parmesan cheese- 2 tbsp.

Baby spinach- 7 oz

Lemon juice- 1 tbsp.

Salt-

Heat vegetable oil in a large non stick pan over medium-high heat. Season salmon fillets with salt and red chili flakes, then sear in the hot pan  for 10 minutes, about 5 minutes per side or until salmon is cooked though. Transfer to a plate.

In the same pan saute onion until translucent, add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until browned.

Dissolve the cornstarch in half and half. Pour the mixture into the pan and add Parmesan cheese. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.

Add the baby spinach  and allow it to cook down.

Season the sauce with salt, red chili flakes and add lemon juice. Finally give it a good stir and return the pan seared salmon.

Serve immediately with a side of steamed broccoli or roasted asparagus.

This was so easy and delicious! Defiantly will make again.

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Salmon Florentine is creamy, light and delicious salmon recipe. Ready in 20 minutes and goes well with mashed potatoes, veggies or steamed rice.
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