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Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta

Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta - A Flavorful 30-Minute Meal

This Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta recipe delivers a gourmet meal experience in just 30 minutes, perfect for a healthy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Fresh Salmon skin-on for extra moisture and flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or avocado oil as substitute
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach sauté until wilted
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese high-quality sheep's feta recommended
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Red Peppers or sun-dried tomatoes as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning or equal parts oregano, basil, and thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for a deeper flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional for heat
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated preferred

Equipment

  • Oven
  • sauté pan
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice salmon fillets lengthwise to create a pocket.
  2. Drizzle olive oil over salmon and season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large sauté pan, add remaining olive oil, then add spinach with Italian seasoning and paprika. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until wilted.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in roasted red peppers, crumbled feta, and grated Parmesan until well combined.
  5. Stuff the salmon pockets with the spinach filling, pressing slightly to secure.
  6. Place stuffed salmon on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-17 minutes until opaque and cooked through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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