Description
This Stuffed Salmon with Spinach & Feta is a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s both easy and impressive. The salmon is stuffed with a delicious mixture of spinach, feta, and roasted red peppers, then baked to perfection. It’s a perfect dish for a healthy weeknight dinner or a special dinner party, and it’s ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Stuffed Salmon:
4 x 6-ounce pieces of salmon (approx. 170 grams each; longer pieces work best)
2 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
3 cups baby spinach, packed
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp paprika (regular or smoked)
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Approx. 5.3 oz block of feta cheese (approx. 150 grams)
1/4 cup parmesan, freshly grated (I recommend parmigiano-reggiano)
1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers, chopped into small, 1/4-inch pieces
Salt + pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon pieces onto the sheet, skin-side down.
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Slice the Salmon: Using a sharp knife, slice each piece of salmon down the middle, lengthwise, but don’t cut all the way through. The salmon should still be attached at the bottom and on both ends.
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Prepare the Salmon: Brush the salmon with 1 Tbsp of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
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Cook the Spinach Mixture: Heat the remaining 1 Tbsp of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add spinach, Italian seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
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Make the Filling: Turn off the heat, then stir in chopped roasted red peppers, crumbled feta cheese, and parmesan. Press down on the feta to soften it, and mix everything until it sticks together.
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Stuff the Salmon: Spoon the spinach-feta mixture into the cut part of each piece of salmon.
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Bake: Place the stuffed salmon in the oven and bake for 12-17 minutes, depending on your desired doneness and the thickness of the salmon. Check for doneness by ensuring the fish is opaque and no longer pink inside.
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Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Replace salmon with large portobello mushroom caps as a base for the stuffing.
- Spicy Kick: Add some chopped fresh chili or red pepper flakes to the spinach mixture for extra heat.
- Dairy-Free: Omit the feta and parmesan and replace them with dairy-free cheese or nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
- Herb Swap: Use a blend of basil, oregano, and thyme if you don’t have Italian seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
