Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon
Ingredients (4 servings)
* 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each)
* 2 cups fresh spinach
* 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
* ½ cup shredded mozzarella
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tbsp olive oil
* 1 tsp paprika
* ½ tsp garlic powder
* Salt and black pepper, to taste
* Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Let it cool slightly.
3. Mix the spinach with the cream cheese and mozzarella until well combined.
4. Cut a pocket into the side of each salmon fillet. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
5. Stuff each fillet generously with the spinach-cheese mixture.
6. Place the salmon on a lined baking tray and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
7. For a golden top, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end if desired.
8. Serve hot with fresh lemon wedges and your favorite vegetables or salad.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
Servings: 4