Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms in Creamy Sauce

Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach and Mushrooms in a Creamy Sauce sounds delicious! Here’s a simple recipe to make this dish:

Ingredients:

• For the Garlic Butter Salmon:

  • 4 salmon fillets (skin on or off as you prefer)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

• For the Creamy Spinach & Mushroom Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini work well)

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a lighter flavor)

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, for tang)

  • 3 cups fresh spinach

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Salmon:

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.

   • Place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and the salmon is mostly cooked through.

   • Flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until cooked to your preferred doneness.

   • Remove the salmon from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, add the butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Let it melt and combine for about 1 minute, then pour this garlic butter sauce over the cooked salmon fillets.

2. Make the Creamy Spinach & Mushroom Sauce:

   • In the same skillet, add butter and heat it over medium heat.

   • Add the chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.

   • Add the sliced mushrooms and garlic, and cook for another 5 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and become tender.

   • Stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, and Dijon mustard (if using). Let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.

   • Add the fresh spinach, stirring until it wilts and combines with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (You can also add some grated Parmesan cheese here for extra richness.)

3. Combine and Serve:

   • Place the cooked salmon fillets on plates and spoon the creamy spinach and mushroom sauce over the top.

   • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Optional Sides:

Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables to complement the dish.

Enjoy your Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms in Creamy Sauce!