Baked Salmon Spinach Sauce (Print Version)
Oven-baked salmon with rich spinach cream sauce and lemon. Simple, elegant dinner in under 30 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Salmon
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2 to 3 salmon fillets
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 lemon, sliced, for garnish
→ Creamy Spinach Sauce
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2 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
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1 tablespoon butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Pinch ground nutmeg
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly. Arrange salmon fillets on the sheet. Drizzle olive oil and season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
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While the salmon bakes, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until aromatic. Add spinach and cook, stirring, for 2–3 minutes until wilted. Lower the heat, pour in heavy cream, and stir well. Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Arrange the baked salmon fillets onto serving plates. Spoon the creamy spinach sauce generously over the salmon. Garnish with lemon slices and additional Parmesan if desired. Accompany with steamed rice, roasted potatoes, or a crisp salad.
# Notes:
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Ensure salmon fillets are at room temperature before baking for even cooking.
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Parmesan can be substituted with Pecorino for a bolder flavor.