Description
Elevate your dinner game with Easy Stuffed Salmon with Spinach & Feta! This flavorful dish combines tender salmon fillets, a creamy spinach-feta filling, and Mediterranean-inspired spices for a meal that’s both elegant and easy to make. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, it’s a guaranteed hit at the table.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 3 cups packed baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- A pinch of cayenne pepper
- 5.3 oz block of feta cheese (crumbled)
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup roasted red peppers (chopped)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon Fillets
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared sheet.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into each fillet, being careful not to cut through.
- Brush the fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Cook the Spinach Mixture
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add spinach, Italian seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté for 2–3 minutes until the spinach wilts and reduces in volume.
- Prepare the Filling
- Remove the pan from heat and stir in crumbled feta, grated Parmesan, and chopped roasted red peppers.
- Mix until the filling is cohesive and sticks together.
- Stuff the Salmon
- Divide the spinach and feta mixture evenly among the salmon fillets.
- Spoon the filling into the pockets, pressing gently to secure it in place.
- Bake the Salmon
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12–17 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets and your preferred doneness.
- Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, skin-on salmon fillets for the best results.
- Adjust the filling with additions like sun-dried tomatoes or pine nuts for variety.
- Check doneness with a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean