Description
This spinach and feta stuffed salmon is a quick dinner idea that feels gourmet but is incredibly easy to make at home. Juicy, flaky salmon is filled with a creamy spinach and feta mixture, creating a healthy, protein-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner ideas. If you’re looking for an easy recipe that’s both nutritious and full of flavor, this dish delivers every time.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets
2 cups fresh spinach
1/2 cup feta cheese
1/4 cup cream cheese
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
2. Add spinach and cook until fully wilted, then remove excess moisture and let it cool.
3. Mix spinach with feta cheese and cream cheese until creamy and well combined.
4. Pat salmon fillets dry and carefully cut a pocket into each fillet.
5. Season the salmon with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
6. Stuff each fillet with the spinach and feta mixture.
7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Place stuffed salmon on the sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and add lemon juice.
9. Bake for 15–20 minutes until salmon is flaky and cooked through.
10. Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
11. Let rest briefly before serving.
Notes
Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from spinach to avoid a watery filling.
Use thick salmon fillets to make stuffing easier and prevent tearing.
Do not overcook the salmon to keep it juicy and tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: easy dinner, healthy recipe, salmon recipe, stuffed salmon, quick meal, low carb