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Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta

Delightful Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta in 30 Minutes

This Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta combines tender fillets with a savory filling, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh salmon yields the best texture and flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil recommended
For the Filling
  • 5 cups Baby Spinach Substitute with kale or Swiss chard if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Can replace with dried oregano, basil, or thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika offers a deeper flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to spice preference
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Sheep’s feta in brine is recommended
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is ideal or swap with nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Red Peppers Sun-dried tomatoes can be a substitute
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice each salmon fillet down the middle to create a pocket.
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and brush with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet, add spinach, Italian seasoning, paprika, and cayenne; sauté until spinach wilts.
  5. Remove spinach from heat, let cool slightly, then mix in roasted red peppers, feta, and Parmesan.
  6. Stuff each salmon pocket with spinach-feta mixture, packing it in gently.
  7. Bake stuffed salmon for 12-17 minutes, or until opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, use fresh salmon and do not overcook to maintain texture. Pack fillings well to prevent spillage while baking.

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