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Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta

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Stuffed Salmon with Spinach & Feta is an elegant yet easy dish featuring tender salmon fillets filled with a savory mixture of sautéed spinach, creamy feta, and herbs. Baked to perfection, it’s a flavorful, protein-packed meal perfect for both weeknights and special occasions.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 2–4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 2–4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless, center-cut)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • Optional: 2 tbsp cream cheese or ricotta for creamier filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Mix spinach with crumbled feta and lemon juice. Add cream cheese or ricotta if using.
  5. Cut a horizontal slit into each salmon fillet to create a pocket.
  6. Stuff each fillet with the spinach-feta mixture. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  7. Place stuffed salmon in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil or lemon juice.
  8. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and filling is heated through.

Notes

  • Use thawed, drained frozen spinach as a time-saving option.
  • Add sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, or olives to enhance flavor.
  • Substitute goat cheese for a tangier filling.
  • Grill salmon in foil packets for a smoky flavor.
  • Serve over greens, quinoa, or lemon rice for a balanced meal.

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