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Easy Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon (Ready in Under 30 Minutes)

Close-up of a golden-brown, seasoned stuffed salmon fillet overflowing with creamy spinach filling.
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You deserve an elegant main dish that cooks fast! This recipe shows you how to make tender, flaky salmon stuffed with a rich, creamy spinach and Parmesan filling. It looks gourmet but is perfect for weeknight dinners.

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 cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed very dry
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, dried spinach, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and nutmeg. Mix until the stuffing is fully combined and smooth.
  4. Use a sharp knife to carefully cut a deep pocket lengthwise into the thickest part of each salmon fillet, being careful not to cut all the way through to the bottom or sides.
  5. Spoon the creamy spinach mixture evenly into the pockets of the salmon fillets. Press the edges gently to seal the stuffing inside.
  6. Brush the tops and sides of the stuffed salmon with olive oil. Season lightly with 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 your restaurant-style salmon immediately.

Notes

  • For a low-carb or keto stuffed salmon option, this recipe fits perfectly into your meal plan.
  • If you want to try a seafood stuffed salmon fillet variation, mix in 1/4 cup of finely chopped cooked crab meat into the spinach filling.
  • To ensure the spinach is dry enough, wrap the thawed spinach in a clean kitchen towel and twist hard to remove excess water. This prevents a watery filling.

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