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Mediterranean Stuffed Salmon

Mediterranean Stuffed Salmon: Healthy, Flavor-Packed Delight

Mediterranean Stuffed Salmon is a healthy, high-protein dish bursting with flavors from sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and feta cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffing
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes adds a burst of sweetness and tang
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach can substitute with arugula or kale
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese can substitute with goat cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning or use dried oregano/basil
  • to taste teaspoon Sea Salt adjust to your liking
For the Salmon
  • 1 lb Sockeye Salmon Fillet can substitute with Atlantic salmon or trout
  • as needed Cooking Spray any oil spray
For Final Touches
  • to taste teaspoon Sea Salt for final seasoning

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • small saucepan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat and add chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  3. Add baby spinach and stir occasionally until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in crumbled feta cheese, Italian seasoning, and sea salt until well blended.
  5. Pat dry the sockeye salmon fillet and cut it into four portions. Create a pocket by slicing lengthwise, keeping about ½ inch attached.
  6. Lightly spray the salmon fillets with cooking spray and season with sea salt. Stuff each fillet with the spinach and feta mixture.
  7. Place the stuffed salmon on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 29gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavors and ensure proper seasoning for an enhanced taste experience.

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