Tuscan Salmon

Total Time: 25 minutes 
Serves: 4

Ingredients

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets (about 4-5 oz each)
• 1 tbsp olive oil 
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained and sliced)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 3/4 cup half-and-half (or canned light coconut milk)
• 3 cups fresh baby spinach 
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Pat salmon dry and season with salt and pepper. 
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. 
3. Sear salmon 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside. 
4. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. 
5. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning. 
6. Add broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly. 
7. Stir in half-and-half and Parmesan. Simmer until lightly thickened. 
8. Add spinach and cook until wilted. 
9. Return salmon to the pan, spoon sauce over the top of the salmon, and finish with lemon juice. Serve warm.

TIPS: We recommend serving with extra vegetables and whole grains. For a dairy-free version, use light coconut milk in place of half-and-half and nutritional yeast in place of Parmesan.

Why We Love This Recipe:

1. Omega-3 Fatty Acids:

Salmon is naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for supporting heart and vascular health, brain function, and the body’s anti-inflammatory processes.

2. High Protein:

A 4-oz salmon fillet provides about 30 grams of protein, which helps support muscle repair and maintenance, helps keep you full and satisfied after meals, and promotes steady energy.

3. Micronutrients:

This recipe provides key vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin D and B12 from salmon for bone, nerve, and immune health. Calcium from Parmesan and dairy. Iron, magnesium, and folate from spinach. And antioxidants from garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.