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Easy Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon Recipe

A cross-section view of perfectly cooked stuffed salmon, revealing a creamy spinach filling inside the flaky fish.
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Make this elegant, restaurant-quality stuffed salmon for dinner tonight. This recipe uses a creamy spinach and cream cheese filling, resulting in tender, flaky fish that cooks fast, making it perfect for weeknights or special occasions. It is a low-carb, keto-friendly option.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped spinach, softened cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Mix well until the filling is uniform and creamy.
  4. Create a pocket in each salmon fillet by carefully slicing horizontally into the thickest part, stopping about half an inch from the bottom edge to create a pocket for the stuffing. Do not cut all the way through.
  5. Spoon the creamy spinach filling evenly into the pocket of each salmon fillet. Press gently to secure the stuffing inside.
  6. Place the stuffed salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the tops lightly with olive oil and season again with a small pinch of salt and pepper.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time depends on the thickness of your fillets.
  8. Serve immediately for an impressive seafood main dish.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add 2 ounces of cooked, flaked crab meat or small cooked shrimp to the spinach filling mixture.
  • If you prefer a crispier top, place the baking dish under the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • This dish works well as a low carb salmon dinner when served with steamed asparagus or a side salad.

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