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Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan

Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan: Culinary Bliss

This Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan is a flavorful and nutritious weeknight dinner that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh salmon provides moisture and flavor; substitute with trout or firm white fish if needed.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Can be swapped with kale for a different texture.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Alternatives include non-dairy cream cheese for dairy allergies.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese You can substitute with feta for a tangier flavor.
For the Blackening
  • 2 tbsp Blackening Seasoning A homemade spice blend critical for achieving the signature blackened crust.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Optional, but enhances the overall brightness of the dish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium skillet, heat a touch of oil over medium flame and sauté 2 cups of fresh spinach for about 3 minutes until wilted.
  3. Remove from heat and mix the wilted spinach with the cream cheese and Parmesan, letting it cool slightly.
  4. Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with blackening seasoning.
  5. Carefully create pockets in each salmon fillet using a sharp knife.
  6. Stuff each salmon fillet generously with the spinach and Parmesan mixture.
  7. Place stuffed salmon on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with lemon juice if desired, and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  8. Let the salmon rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve with roasted vegetables or a quinoa salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pat salmon fillets dry before seasoning for a crisp blackened crust. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

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