Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors in this Stuffed Salmon with Spinach & Feta, a dish that perfectly balances elegance and simplicity. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare a restaurant-quality meal that’s sure to impress your family and guests alike. Tender salmon fillets are filled with a Mediterranean-inspired stuffing made from fresh spinach, tangy feta cheese, and roasted red peppers, creating a colorful and nutritious centerpiece for any dinner table. The dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile; feel free to customize the stuffing with your favorite ingredients. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner party or enjoying a busy weeknight meal, this recipe brings healthy and delicious flavors straight to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of salmon (6 ounces each)
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 5.3 ounces feta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet; carefully slice pockets into each piece.
- Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- In a pan, heat remaining olive oil; sauté spinach with Italian seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper until wilted.
- Mix in chopped roasted red peppers and cheeses.
- Stuff the salmon pockets generously with the filling.
- Bake for 12-17 minutes until salmon is cooked through (145°F internal temperature).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 413
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 522mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 112mg