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Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta

Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta – A Flavor-Packed Treat

A delicious Stuffed Salmon with Spinach & Feta recipe that's gluten-free and ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh salmon for flavor and healthy fats
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For brushing salmon
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Baby spinach Base for stuffing
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Enhances Mediterranean flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds warmth; smoked can be used
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Feta cheese Creamy and tangy, preferably sheep's feta
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup Roasted red peppers Or substitute with sun-dried tomatoes

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice each salmon fillet lengthwise to create a pocket without cutting all the way through.
  3. Brush each fillet with olive oil and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet and sauté spinach with Italian seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper until wilted.
  5. Stir in roasted red peppers, crumbled feta, and grated parmesan, mixing until combined into a creamy filling.
  6. Spoon the filling into the salmon pockets, pressing gently to pack it in without overflow.
  7. Bake for 12–17 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Let it rest for a minute before serving. Plate and enjoy your stuffed salmon while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh salmon for the best flavor. Avoid overstuffing and check for doneness using a fork.

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