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Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta

A quick and family-friendly recipe that combines flaky salmon with creamy feta cheese and sautéed spinach for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the salmon
  • 4 pieces 6-ounce pieces of salmon (approx. 170 grams each)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
  • to taste Salt + pepper to taste
For the filling
  • 3 cups baby spinach, packed Wilts quickly
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Simple blend for warmth
  • 1/2 tsp paprika Regular or smoked
  • a pinch cayenne pepper For subtle lift
  • 5.3 ounces block of feta cheese (Approx. 150 grams)
  • 1/4 cup parmesan, freshly grated (Recommended parmigiano-reggiano)
  • 1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers (chopped into small, 1/4-inch pieces)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place salmon pieces onto lined baking sheet, skin-side down.
  3. Using a sharp knife, slice down the middle of each piece of salmon, lengthwise, but do not cut all the way through.
  4. Brush salmon with 1 Tbsp of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Making the filling
  1. Heat remaining 1 Tbsp of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Once hot, add spinach, Italian seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Sauté for a couple of minutes until wilted.
  3. Turn off the heat, then add in chopped roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and parmesan. Stir to combine well, pressing down on the feta to soften it.
Baking
  1. Spoon the spinach-feta mixture into the cut part of the salmon, being careful not to overstuff.
  2. Place salmon in the oven and bake for about 12-17 minutes depending on desired doneness.
  3. Remove from oven and serve hot.

Notes

For easy prep, use pre-washed baby spinach and keep jarred roasted red peppers on hand. This recipe can be paired well with roasted baby potatoes or steamed green beans.