Description
Indulge in the delectable flavors of Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan. This healthy yet satisfying dish features perfectly seared salmon fillets filled with a creamy, nutrient-rich spinach and Parmesan stuffing. The crispy blackened exterior adds an irresistible crunch, making it an ideal choice for both casual weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can create a gourmet meal that is packed with protein and bursting with flavor. Serve it with fresh vegetables or hearty sides to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- Olive oil and blackened seasoning (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper)
Instructions
- Cook spinach in a skillet over medium heat until wilted (2-3 minutes), then mix with cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Create pockets in each salmon fillet using a sharp knife.
- Generously stuff each fillet with the spinach mixture.
- Rub the fillets with a seasoning blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Sear in olive oil on medium-high heat until blackened (2-3 minutes per side).
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg