Description
Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan is a delightful dish that marries the smoky, charred flavors of blackened salmon with a creamy filling of fresh spinach and rich parmesan cheese. Each bite offers a burst of flavor and texture, making it perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. Impress your guests with this visually stunning and delicious recipe that is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skin-on salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach (roughly chopped)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine chopped spinach, cream cheese, lemon juice, and parmesan cheese until well blended.
- Season salmon fillets on both sides with blackening seasoning.
- Carefully slice into each fillet to create a pocket for the filling.
- Stuff each pocket with the spinach mixture.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear salmon skin-side down for about 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the fillets and transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake for about 10 minutes or until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg