Creamy Keto Tuscan Cod with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Creamy Keto Tuscan Cod is a flavorful, low-carb seafood dish featuring tender cod fillets simmered in a rich garlic cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. This easy, keto-friendly meal is packed with healthy fats and protein, perfect for a quick gourmet dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish, Seafood, Keto Dinner
- Method: Sautéing, simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired, Keto
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
3 cups baby spinach
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
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Season cod with salt and pepper on both sides.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook cod 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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In same skillet, sauté garlic 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to gentle simmer.
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Stir in Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning; simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Add spinach; cook until wilted (~2 minutes).
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Return cod to skillet; spoon sauce over fish and heat through 1–2 minutes.
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Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Add red pepper flakes for heat.
Use fresh basil or parsley instead of Italian seasoning.
Stir in cream cheese for richer sauce.
Swap spinach with kale or Swiss chard.
Use coconut cream and nutritional yeast for dairy-free option.
