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Baked Cream Cheese + Spinach Stuffed Salmon Filets Recipe

Baked Cream Cheese + Spinach Stuffed Salmon Filets Recipe
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Delicious and creamy baked salmon filets stuffed with a flavorful mixture of cream cheese, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. This impressive dish is easy to make and perfect for a special dinner.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

For the Spinach Mixture:

  • 8 ounces frozen chopped spinach, defrosted
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 1 garlic clove, grated/finely minced
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill, divided (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
  • 1 lemon

For the Salmon:

  • 24 ounces salmon, cut into 4 filets
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Spinach Mixture: Squeeze out excess moisture from the spinach. Combine spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, onion powder, ½ teaspoon dill, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and lemon zest in a bowl. Mix well.
  2. Prepare the Salmon: Cut a pocket in each fillet. Stuff the spinach mixture into the pockets.
  3. Bake the Salmon: Drizzle with olive oil, lemon zest, remaining dill, salt, and pepper. Bake at 400℉ for 12 minutes or until cooked through.
  4. Serve: Garnish with lemon wedges and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can prepare the spinach mixture in advance.
  • If using fresh spinach, sauté and chop it before adding to the mixture.

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