Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach and Parmesan
Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach and Parmesan is a delightful culinary experience that marries the smoky, spicy crust of blackened salmon with a rich, creamy filling of fresh spinach and savory Parmesan cheese. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also elevates your dining experience, making it perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a gourmet meal at home. Quick to prepare yet full of flavor, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp blackening seasoning
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse salmon fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped spinach, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Generously rub blackening seasoning on both sides of each salmon fillet.
- Carefully slice each fillet lengthwise to create pockets for stuffing.
- Stuff each pocket with the spinach mixture generously.
- Place stuffed fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 95mg