Description
A Mediterranean-inspired one-pan dinner featuring juicy salmon fillets nestled in creamy spinach and white beans — healthy, quick, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Vegetables & Beans
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini or navy beans, rinsed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Seasoning
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for searing the salmon.
- Season and sear salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add beans and liquids: Stir in the rinsed cannellini or navy beans, low-sodium broth, and lemon juice. Allow this mixture to simmer gently for 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Wilt spinach and combine: Stir in the baby spinach until wilted. Return the cooked salmon fillets to the pan and warm through for a minute more.
Notes
- Add red-pepper flakes for a light kick.
- Delicious with a sprinkle of Parmesan or fresh dill.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner / Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
