Description
Tender salmon fillets stuffed with a savory mixture of wilted baby spinach, tangy feta, Parmesan, and roasted red peppers, seasoned with Italian seasoning, paprika, and a pinch of cayenne.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 × 6-ounce pieces of salmon (approximately 170 grams each; longer pieces work best)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
- 3 cups baby spinach, packed
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika, regular or smoked
- A pinch of cayenne pepper
- Approximately 5.3 ounces feta cheese (approximately 150 grams)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan, freshly grated
- 1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers, chopped into small 1/4-inch pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil as directed and add the packed baby spinach. Cook until the spinach has wilted substantially.
- Season the wilted spinach with Italian seasoning, paprika, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Add the feta cheese, freshly grated Parmesan, and finely chopped roasted red peppers. Stir until the filling is evenly combined.
- Taste the filling and season with salt and pepper as needed, keeping in mind that the feta and Parmesan already contain salt.
- Place the salmon pieces on a clean cutting board. Carefully cut into the side of each piece to create a pocket, taking care not to cut completely through the salmon.
- Divide the spinach and feta filling evenly between the salmon portions, gently spooning it into each pocket without overfilling.
- Heat the remaining olive oil as directed for cooking the salmon.
- Carefully cook the stuffed salmon until the fish is cooked through, the exterior is lightly browned, and the filling is hot.
- Handle the salmon gently when moving or turning it so the filling remains inside the pockets.
- Remove the cooked salmon from the heat and allow it to rest briefly before serving.
Notes
- Longer salmon portions are easier to stuff because they provide more room to create a pocket for the filling.
- Both regular and smoked paprika work in this recipe. Smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky flavor.
- Taste the filling before adding salt because feta and Parmesan are naturally salty.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 520 calories per serving
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