Description
Succulent garlic butter parmesan salmon delivers restaurant-quality seafood directly to home kitchens. Crisp herb-infused crust and rich butter sauce create an elegant dinner perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon filets
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
Cooking Fat and Seasonings:
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, lightly smashed
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chili flakes to taste
Sauce and Garnish Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup salsa verde
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 shallot, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat broiler to high, positioning rack approximately 6 inches from heating element.
- Pat salmon dry and generously season with salt and pepper. Place in oven-safe skillet with butter, thyme, and minced garlic. Broil for 5-8 minutes until golden and slightly crisp on exterior.
- Transfer salmon to separate plate. In identical skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté shallots with chili flakes for 2 minutes. Crush garlic into smooth paste.
- Pour cream and salsa verde into skillet, reducing heat to low. Gently simmer sauce until slightly thickened. Incorporate parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, cooking until spinach becomes delicately wilted, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Carefully return salmon to skillet, nestling into creamy sauce. Drizzle fresh lemon juice over fish. Garnish with combined lemon zest, chopped dill, and thinly sliced green onions for vibrant finish.
Notes
- Choose fresh salmon with vibrant color and firm texture for the best flavor and quality.
- Pat salmon dry before seasoning to ensure crispy, golden-brown exterior during broiling.
- Use high-quality unsalted butter for more controlled seasoning and richer taste.
- Adjust broiling time based on salmon thickness to prevent overcooking and maintain moisture.
- Replace cream with coconut milk for dairy-free version without compromising creamy texture.
- Swap spinach with kale or Swiss chard for alternative nutrient-dense green options.
- Use gluten-free salsa verde to make recipe suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Fresh herbs like thyme and dill enhance the salmon’s natural flavors and add brightness.
- Chili flakes provide optional heat – adjust quantity to personal spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 62g
- Saturated Fat: 36g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg