Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan. This dish masterfully combines seared salmon fillets with a creamy, cheesy spinach stuffing that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy to prepare and will impress your family and friends. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a gourmet meal packed with protein and essential nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each, skinless)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Cook spinach in a skillet over medium heat until wilted (2-3 minutes). Drain excess liquid. Combine cooked spinach with cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Create pockets in the salmon fillets using a sharp knife without cutting through completely.
- Generously fill each salmon pocket with the creamy spinach mixture.
- Season the tops of the stuffed fillets with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear each fillet for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy.
- Transfer to a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve with fresh lemon wedges on the side for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg