Garlic Butter Salmon with Mushrooms and Spinach
Garlic Butter Salmon with Mushrooms and Spinach is a creamy, protein-packed main course ready in 30 minutes. Rich garlic butter sauce, earthy mushrooms, and fresh herbs make this dish a comforting classic.
Equipment
- skillet
- fish spatula
- measuring spoons
- cutting board
- chef's knife
Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season salmon with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes. Set aside.
- Add 2 tablespoons butter to the same pan. Sauté garlic and mushrooms for 5 minutes.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in cream and lemon juice. Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Season.
- Return salmon to pan. Spoon sauce over and cook for 1–2 minutes more.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Substitute coconut milk or cashew cream for dairy-free option.
Add red pepper flakes for heat.
Use a fish spatula to flip without breaking the fillet.
Add red pepper flakes for heat.
Use a fish spatula to flip without breaking the fillet.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 34gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 670mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3200IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1.6mg