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Creamy Spinach and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

Cross-section of amazing stuffed salmon revealing a creamy spinach filling and a whole baked egg inside.
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Make this restaurant-worthy stuffed salmon for an impressive yet easy dinner. Tender salmon fillets hold a rich, creamy filling of spinach and shrimp, ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 8 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 4 ounces cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket into the thickest side of each salmon fillet, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  3. Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach wilts down completely, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine the wilted spinach mixture, chopped cooked shrimp, softened cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Mix well until you have a uniform creamy filling. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Carefully spoon the creamy spinach and shrimp filling into the pocket of each salmon fillet. Press the sides gently to close the opening.
  7. Place the stuffed salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the tops lightly with any remaining olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  9. Serve immediately for a healthy salmon dinner.

Notes

  • For a low carb stuffed salmon option, skip any breadcrumbs you might consider adding to the filling.
  • You can substitute crab meat for the shrimp for a crab stuffed salmon variation.
  • If you prefer a different cooking method, you can pan-sear the stuffed salmon before finishing it in the oven for a crispier exterior.

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