Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms in Creamy Sauce
A delightful dish featuring tender salmon fillets, sautéed mushrooms, and fresh spinach in a creamy sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests.
Ingredients
For the salmon
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened For garlic butter preparation
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste Salt and pepper
For the creamy sauce
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup mixed mushrooms (button, cremini, shiitake), sliced
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix the softened butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl to prepare the garlic butter.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Cook the salmon fillets in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, add the butter and sauté the sliced mushrooms until tender. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the fresh spinach leaves and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir until the spinach is wilted.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the garlic butter salmon with the creamy mushroom and spinach sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
Serve hot with a side of rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of cream to revive the sauce if needed.