Mediterranean Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms

This Mediterranean Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms is a tasty and filling one-pan dish. We prepare this salmon with fresh salmon fillets, mushrooms, spinach, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, paprika, olive oil, butter, parsley, and broth. This salmon has approximately 485 calories and 5 g of net carbs. We make this salmon in just thirty minutes. This Mediterranean Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach & Mushrooms is ideal for lunch, dinner, family meals, weeknight dinners, healthy gatherings, low-carb meals, and Mediterranean-inspired meals. You can prepare the vegetables and sauce earlier, while leftovers can be refrigerated for three days and frozen for two months. You can serve this salmon with Greek Cucumber Salad, Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables, Lemon Herb Quinoa, Roasted Asparagus, or Cauliflower Rice.

STATS:

• Course: Main Course
• Caloric Content: 485 kcal
• Diet: Mediterranean
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Serving size: 1 salmon fillet
• Method of Cooking: Stovetop, One-Pan
• Overall Yields: 4
• Level of Difficulty: Easy
• Overall Duration: 30 minutes

TOOLS:

• Skillet
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Measuring spoons
• Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

SALMON:

• Half tsp. black pepper
• Four salmon fillets
• One tbsp. olive oil
• Half tsp. salt
• ½ tsp paprika
• 1 tsp oregano

VEGETABLES:

• 8 oz mushrooms
• 5 oz spinach
• 5 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes

GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE:

• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp broth
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp parsley

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:

SALMON:

• We use salmon fillets to provide tender texture, rich flavor, and high-quality protein. As a replacement, you can use trout or another firm fish.

OLIVE OIL:

• We use olive oil to provide a classic Mediterranean flavor and healthy fat.

MUSHROOMS:

• We use mushrooms to add an earthy flavor and tender texture. You can use button, cremini, or baby bella mushrooms.

SPINACH:

• Fresh spinach provides color, texture, and a mild leafy flavor. Kale can be used instead, although it requires slightly longer cooking.

GARLIC:

• Fresh garlic provides the main savory flavor of the sauce.

BUTTER:

• Butter creates a rich and smooth garlic-butter sauce. Ghee or additional extra-virgin olive oil can be used instead.

OREGANO:

• Oregano provides a Mediterranean herbal flavor.

BROTH:

• Broth helps create a light sauce around the vegetables and salmon. Water can be used instead.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Completely dry the salmon and garnish it with oregano, salt, paprika, and black pepper.
2. We heat 1 tbsp. olive oil in a pan & cook the salmon for about three minutes.
3. Bring out the salmon from the pan and include the remaining olive oil.
4. Slowly cook the mushrooms for almost four minutes till tender.
5. Include the red pepper flakes & garlic, & cook for only sixty seconds.
6. Put the spinach in and cook till wilted.
7. Include the lemon zest, butter, lemon juice, and broth, and whisk till the butter melts.
8. Put the salmon back in a pan and spread the garlic-butter sauce on it.
9. Cook for an extra two minutes and serve with fresh parsley.
10. Serve this salmon hot with the sauce and veggies.

TIPS:

• Completely dry the salmon and then season for perfect browning.
• Avoid cooking the salmon to retain its tender and moist texture.
• We utilize fresh lemon juice to get a brighter flavor.
• Cook the garlic carefully to avoid it from burning.
• Include capers or Kalamata olives for additional Mediterranean flavor.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

MEDITERRANEAN PAIRINGS:

• Greek Cucumber Salad
• Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables
• Lemon Herb Quinoa
• Tomato Feta Salad
• Cauliflower Rice

FRESH VEGETABLE SIDES:

• Roasted Asparagus
• Lemon Broccoli
• Arugula Salad
• Steamed Green Beans
• Avocado Tomato Salad

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the cooked salmon and veggies in a closed box and refrigerate for longer than 2 to 3 days.

FREEZING:

• Store the veggies and salmon for more than two months.

FAQs:

Will we prepare this salmon without butter?

• Yes, you can alternate the butter with ghee or olive oil.

Could we utilize frozen salmon?

• Yes, you may utilize frozen salmon as long as it is properly defrosted, dried, and cooked.

May we include different veggies?

• Yes, you can use cherry tomatoes, zucchini, bell peppers, and asparagus.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Proteins: 42 g

Caloric Content: 485 kcal

Net carbs: 5 g

Sodium: 500 mg

Fiber: 2 g

Sugar: 3 g

Fats: 31 g

Portion Size: 1 salmon fillet

Total carbs: 7 g