Description
A delicious and nutritious blackened salmon dish stuffed with creamy spinach and Parmesan, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each, skinless)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the spinach in a skillet over medium heat until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Create a pocket in each salmon fillet by slicing horizontally without cutting all the way through.
- Spoon the spinach and cheese mixture into the pocket of each salmon fillet.
- In a small bowl, mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Rub this seasoning evenly over the tops of the stuffed salmon fillets.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon fillets for 2-3 minutes per side until both sides are crispy.
- Transfer the seared salmon to a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon cooks through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve the blackened salmon stuffed with spinach and Parmesan cheese alongside fresh lemon wedges.
Notes
Experiment with different spices and herbs to enhance the dish. Ensure leftovers are stored in an airtight container.