Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach Parmesan

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

Prepare the Spinach Filling:
Cook the spinach in a skillet over medium heat until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid. Then, in a bowl, combine the cooked spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy
Prepare the Salmon:
Using a sharp knife, create a pocket in each salmon fillet by slicing horizontally, but be careful not to cut all the way through. This creates space for the stuffing.
Stuff the Salmon:
Spoon the spinach and cheese mixture into the pocket of each salmon fillet, ensuring it’s generously filled.
Season the Salmon:
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the tops of the stuffed salmon fillets.
Cook the Salmon:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon fillets for 2-3 minutes per side until the tops are blackened and crispy.
Bake the Salmon:
Transfer the seared salmon to a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve:
Serve the blackened salmon stuffed with spinach and Parmesan cheese with fresh lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy!