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Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta

Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta: A Quick Mediterranean Feast

This Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta is a quick, healthy Mediterranean dish bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Choose fresh salmon for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Use to keep fish moist; substitute with avocado oil if needed
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Baby spinach Fresh spinach adds color and nutrition
  • 1 cup Feta cheese Provides a rich, tangy flavor
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for optimal depth
  • 1/2 cup Roasted red peppers Adds sweetness and vibrant color
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning A mix of herbs that brings warmth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika Use for a hint of spice
  • pinch Cayenne pepper Adds a kick; use just a pinch or omit

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Carefully cut slits along the center of each salmon fillet, making sure not to cut all the way through.
  3. Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté baby spinach with Italian seasoning, paprika, and a pinch of cayenne for about 2 minutes.
  5. Remove skillet from heat, add chopped roasted red peppers, crumbled feta, and grated Parmesan to the spinach.
  6. Spoon the spinach and feta filling into the slits of the salmon fillets.
  7. Bake for 12 to 17 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Transfer the stuffed salmon to plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 790mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free and a great choice for quick dinners or entertaining guests.

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