This Creamy Garlic Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms is a rich yet balanced meal combining tender pan-seared salmon with sautéed mushrooms and fresh spinach in a smooth garlic cream sauce.
Perfect for healthy dinners, high-protein meals, low carb recipes, and elegant comfort food, this dish delivers restaurant-style flavor with simple ingredients.
Ready in about 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special dinners at home.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream or half & half
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- salt and black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. Sear the salmon
Season salmon fillets with salt and black pepper.
Heat butter or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook salmon for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Remove from pan and set aside.
2. Cook mushrooms and garlic
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms.
Cook for 2–3 minutes until mushrooms soften and release moisture.
3. Add spinach
Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
4. Make the creamy sauce
Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese if using.
Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
5. Combine and serve
Return salmon to the skillet and spoon the creamy sauce over the top.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Serving suggestions
- serve over cauliflower rice for low carb option
- pair with roasted vegetables
- serve with green beans or asparagus
Nutrition & Details (approx.)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2
High protein
Low carb option
Healthy dinner
