Spinach and Cream Cheese Stuffed Salmon
Prepare impressive, restaurant-quality stuffed salmon fillets filled with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture. This recipe is quick enough for a weeknight but elegant for guests.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 18 min
- Total Time: 28 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets, skin on or off
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the salmon: Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket horizontally into the thickest part of each fillet, being careful not to cut all the way through to the other side.
- Make the stuffing: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, dried spinach, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and dried dill. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Stuff the salmon: Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly into the pockets of the four salmon fillets. Press gently to close the opening.
- Season the salmon: Brush the tops and sides of the stuffed fillets with olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Bake: Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time depends on the thickness of your fillets.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For an elevated version, mix 2 ounces of lump crab meat into the cream cheese stuffing mixture before filling the salmon.
- If you prefer a crispier top, place the baking sheet under the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- This dish pairs well with roasted asparagus or a simple side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 33
- Cholesterol: 110