Description
Succulent baked stuffed salmon with spinach and feta brings Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table. Creamy feta and tender spinach create a delightful filling that elevates this elegant seafood dish for you to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces/170 grams each)
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Finishing Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare a cozy baking environment by warming the oven to 375°F (190°C) and layering a baking sheet with parchment paper for a mess-free cooking experience.
- Craft a vibrant filling by gently heating olive oil and releasing garlic’s aromatic essence. Introduce spinach, allowing it to wilt and surrender its bright green color. Remove from heat and fold in creamy feta, velvety cream cheese, zesty lemon zest, and a whisper of salt and pepper. Let the mixture rest and meld its flavors.
- Transform the salmon fillets into culinary canvases by delicately slicing a pocket along their length, maintaining structural integrity. Enhance the fish with a harmonious blend of seasoning – salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of warm paprika.
- Carefully spoon the prepared spinach and feta mixture into the salmon’s hidden pocket, ensuring an even distribution. Gently seal the edges, creating a beautiful parcel of flavor.
- Arrange the stuffed salmon on the prepared baking sheet and anoint with fresh lemon juice. Allow the fish to bake for 18-22 minutes, watching for a perfect golden hue and a delicate flakiness that signals complete cooking.
- Present the salmon immediately, accompanied by roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad to complement its rich, Mediterranean-inspired profile.
Notes
- Check salmon thickness carefully when creating the pocket to ensure even cooking and prevent tearing during stuffing process.
- Use fresh baby spinach for a more delicate texture and vibrant green color that enhances the overall dish presentation.
- Drain excess moisture from spinach after wilting to prevent soggy filling and maintain a creamy, compact texture.
- For gluten-free and low-carb variations, replace cream cheese with Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternatives to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg