Description
This Spinach and Feta Stuffed Salmon recipe offers a delightful blend of tender salmon fillets filled with a savory mixture of sautéed spinach, onions, garlic, and tangy feta cheese. Perfectly baked to flaky perfection, this dish makes for an elegant yet simple dinner that’s nutritious and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Seasoning
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Stuffing
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
Optional Garnish
- Microgreens for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the salmon later.
- Sauté Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the onions turn translucent and aromatic.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the onions and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning while releasing its flavor.
- Cook Spinach and Combine Feta: Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds or until wilted. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the crumbled feta cheese until evenly mixed with the spinach and onion.
- Create Salmon Pockets: Take each salmon fillet and carefully flip it on its side. Using a sharp knife, cut lengthwise through the side to create a pocket for the stuffing, making sure not to slice all the way through.
- Stuff the Salmon: Divide the spinach and feta mixture into four equal portions and stuff each salmon fillet pocket generously with the filling.
- Season and Bake: Place the stuffed fillets on a parchment-lined, rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the fillets and sprinkle with kosher salt. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Optional Garnish and Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and optionally top with fresh microgreens for added color and freshness before serving.
Notes
- Be careful when cutting the salmon to make pockets; avoid slicing through completely.
- Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture in the stuffing.
- Feta cheese adds a tangy, salty contrast—feel free to adjust the amount to taste.
- Check salmon doneness early at 8 minutes to prevent overcooking depending on thickness.
- Microgreens make a beautiful garnish but can be omitted if unavailable.
