Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon is a weeknight delight!
Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon is a delicious and elegant dish that combines tender salmon fillets with a rich and creamy spinach filling, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted, then remove from heat.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and sautéed spinach. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut a pocket in each salmon fillet and stuff with the spinach mixture.
- Place stuffed salmon on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until salmon is cooked through.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding herbs like dill or parsley to the filling.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg