Description

Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan is a delectable dish featuring perfectly seared salmon with a creamy spinach and cheese filling. The delightful smoky crust adds an irresistible flavor to this elegant meal, making it perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a comforting weeknight dinner. With easy preparation and stunning presentation, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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4 skin-on salmon fillets (6 oz each)
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 oz softened cream cheese
2 tbsp blackening spice
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
In a bowl, mix spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice until well combined.
Create pockets in the salmon fillets by slicing them horizontally without cutting all the way through.
Stuff each salmon pocket generously with the spinach mixture.
Apply blackening spice liberally on both sides of the stuffed fillets.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and flaky.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 870mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 39g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in sun-dried tomatoes or swapping spinach for kale. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.