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Stuffed Salmon With Spinach

Stuffed Salmon With Spinach: A Flavorful Dinner Delight

Explore a delightful Stuffed Salmon With Spinach recipe, perfect for quick, nutritious dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Sautéed
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled, preferably sheep's feta
  • 1/2 cup Jarred Roasted Red Peppers Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, pecorino as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Oregano, basil, and thyme mix
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked for extra kick, optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional, or substitute with black pepper
For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For brushing
  • to taste Salt For seasoning
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Medium Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice each salmon fillet lengthwise to create a pocket, keeping the edges intact.
  3. Brush salmon tops with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a skillet, sauté baby spinach with Italian seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Mix sautéed spinach with jarred roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and Parmesan in a bowl until combined.
  6. Stuff the salmon pockets with the filling mixture, pressing gently to pack.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-17 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  8. Let rest for a couple of minutes before serving, paired with whole grains or a light salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for dinner parties, this stuffed salmon recipe can be easily personalized.

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