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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Salmon with Spinach
Original recipe: 4 servings · Prep: 10 min · Cook: 15 min · Total: 25 min
By PowerProteinPlates Editorial TeamPublished Mar 29, 2026 | Updated Jul 22, 2026
Italian
25 mins
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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Salmon with Spinach with measured ingredients, 25-minute timing, 4-serving yield, and step-by-step instructions for protein-focused meals, snacks, smoothies, and meal preparation.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
easy
Cuisine
Italian
Ingredients
Servings
4
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on or off
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), drained and chopped
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove salmon from skillet and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant without browning.
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Add cherry tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened.
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Deglaze the pan with chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to loosen any browned bits, then pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.
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Add fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese, cooking and stirring frequently until the spinach wilts and the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
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Season the cream sauce with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
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Return salmon fillets to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm through and blend flavors.
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Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with your favorite low-carb sides such as cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I meal prep Creamy Tuscan Garlic Salmon with Spinach?
- Yes. Portion it into airtight containers and keep toppings, sauces, or crunchy finishes separate when that will protect the texture.
- How can I increase the protein?
- Add a little more chicken or pair the recipe with a compatible high-protein side such as Greek yogurt, eggs, tofu, beans, or lean meat depending on the recipe style.
- Can I make it lighter?
- Use measured oil, lighter dairy or sauce options, and a larger vegetable portion while keeping the main protein amount steady.
- What should I watch when swapping ingredients?
- Keep moisture, salt, and cooking time in mind because high-protein swaps can dry out or firm up faster than the original ingredient.
Storage
Cool Creamy Tuscan Garlic Salmon with Spinach before storing, refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 4 days, keep crisp toppings or fresh garnishes separate when useful, freeze only if the main ingredients tolerate thawing well, and reheat gently with a splash of liquid or a short oven, skillet, microwave, or air-fryer warm-up that matches the recipe texture.
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