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Spinach Stuffed Salmon with a Crunchy Walnut Twist

Elegant, nutritious, and beginner-friendly, Spinach Stuffed Salmon combines creamy spinach filling with a nutty walnut twist for an unforgettable dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • walnuts finely chopped

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • Broiler

Method
 

Prepare the Baking Sheet
  1. Preheat your oven to broil and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
Season the Salmon
  1. Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Make the Spinach Mixture
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, half of the lemon juice, and finely chopped walnuts. Stir until the mixture is smooth and vibrant green.
Fill and Broil
  1. Spoon the spinach mixture evenly onto the salmon fillets, forming neat mounds. Broil for 6–8 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque, fully cooked, and the filling is golden brown.
Final Touch
  1. Drizzle the remaining lemon juice over the hot salmon to brighten the flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 32gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Feel free to use alternatives like ricotta or vegan cream cheese for dietary needs. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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