Baked Salmon with Creamy Spinach Sauce

Prepare & Bake the Salmon

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Place salmon fillets on the sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.

Make the Creamy Spinach Sauce

While salmon bakes, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add spinach and cook 2–3 minutes until wilted.

Reduce heat and pour in cream. Stir well.

Add Parmesan, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir until sauce thickens slightly.

Serve & Garnish

Place baked salmon on plates.

Spoon creamy spinach sauce generously over the salmon.

Garnish with lemon slices and extra Parmesan if desired.

Serve with steamed rice, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.

Tips & Variations

Add mushrooms or cherry tomatoes to the sauce for extra flavor.

For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of cream.

Can be made in one pan: bake salmon and sauté spinach in the same oven-proof dish.