Stuffed Salmon
Stuffed salmon combines the flakiness of fresh salmon with a creamy, flavorful stuffing of spinach, feta, and roasted red peppers, making it a delightful dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets Choose the freshest salmon available.
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Can substitute with cream cheese or goat cheese.
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Use for both stuffing and drizzling.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- for serving lemon wedges To brighten the flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled feta, diced roasted red peppers, olive oil, garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper.
- Make a slit in the side of each salmon fillet to create a pocket for stuffing.
- Generously stuff each fillet with the spinach mixture prepared in step 2.
- Place the stuffed salmon on a baking sheet and drizzle a little olive oil on top for added flavor.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve with lemon wedges to brighten the flavor.
Notes
Store any uneaten portions in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven to maintain moisture.