Fish Florentine Sorta
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this creamy, comforting "Fish Florentine Sorta" recipe! Featuring tender white fish fillets baked atop a luscious bed of garlic-infused spinach in a Parmesan cream sauce, this dish is as elegant as it is easy to make. Ready in just 30 minutes, it combines simple ingredients like buttery sautéed spinach, lemon zest, and a dash of nutmeg for a burst of fresh, earthy flavors. Perfect for family meals or entertaining, this one-pan wonder pairs beautifully with fluffy rice, hearty quinoa, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of its velvety sauce. Healthy, flavorful, and sure to impress, this recipe is your go-to for a quick yet indulgent seafood dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces white fish fillets (e.g., cod, haddock, or tilapia)
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 0.333 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and season them on both sides with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the baby spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until it wilts down completely. Remove the spinach from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and whisk continuously for 1 minute to create a roux. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix until well combined and the cheese has melted.
Return the sautéed spinach to the skillet and gently fold it into the sauce. Remove the skillet from heat.
Spread the creamy spinach mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Lay the seasoned fish fillets on top of the spinach.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve immediately, spooning some of the creamy spinach on top of each fillet. Pair with rice, quinoa, or a crusty piece of bread to soak up the sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.5 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 732 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.9 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 455 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
