Halibut Florentine

Elevate your dinner game with Halibut Florentine, a luxurious one-pan dish that combines tender halibut fillets with a rich, creamy spinach mixture. This restaurant-quality recipe starts with perfectly seared halibut, which is then nestled into a velvety sauce made with garlic, Parmesan, and a touch of nutmeg for a warm depth of flavor. Fresh spinach lends a vibrant, nutrient-packed base, while a squeeze of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness to balance the creamy richness. The dish bakes to perfection in the oven, making for an elegant and stress-free meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, Halibut Florentine pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Halibut fillets
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups Fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg, ground

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, sear the halibut fillets for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the spinach is wilted, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, nutmeg, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Nestle the seared halibut fillets into the spinach mixture, spooning some of the creamy spinach over the top of each fillet.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the halibut is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve the halibut fillets over the creamy spinach mixture, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1388.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2340.3

Total Fat 115.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 614.0mg	0%
Sodium 3681.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 2.3g
Protein 268.4g	0%

Vitamin D 4086.8IU	0%
Calcium 782.6mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 7019.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.3%

Protein: 48.6%

Carbs: 4.1%