Description
This Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan is a healthy, flavorful, and filling dish. The tender salmon fillets are perfectly seasoned, blackened to perfection, and stuffed with a creamy spinach and Parmesan mixture. Serve it with lemon wedges for a burst of freshness
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 for serving
Instructions
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Prepare the Spinach Filling:
- Cook the spinach in a skillet over medium heat until wilted. Drain off excess liquid.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
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Prepare the Salmon:
- Create a pocket in each salmon fillet by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff the pockets with the spinach and cheese mixture.
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Season the Salmon:
- In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Rub the seasoning mixture over the tops of the salmon fillets.
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Cook the Salmon:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the salmon fillets for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the tops are blackened and crispy.
- Transfer the salmon to a preheated oven (350°F or 175°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
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Serve:
- Serve the blackened salmon stuffed with spinach and Parmesan cheese with lemon wedges.
- Enjoy this delicious and healthy meal!
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mixture.
- You can also grill the salmon instead of pan-searing it.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or rice.
- If you prefer a richer filling, you can add a bit of shredded mozzarella to the spinach mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with stuffing
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg