Description
This dish feels like something you’d order at a charming bistro, yet it’s simple enough to make at home. Juicy salmon fillets are filled with creamy feta, bright roasted peppers, and garlicky spinach—perfect for a cozy dinner or to impress without the fuss. Every bite is rich, balanced, and satisfying.
Ingredients
4 (6 oz) salmon fillets (longer pieces work best)
2 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
3 cups baby spinach, packed
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika (smoked or regular)
Pinch of cayenne pepper
5.3 oz block of feta cheese (about 150g)
¼ cup grated parmesan (Parmigiano-Reggiano recommended)
¼ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil and sauté spinach with a pinch of salt until wilted. Let cool slightly.
In a bowl, mix sautéed spinach, crumbled feta, parmesan, and red peppers.
Slice a pocket into the side of each salmon fillet and stuff with spinach mixture.
Season salmon with Italian seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
Heat remaining oil in an oven-safe pan, sear salmon skin-side down for 2–3 minutes.
Transfer to oven and bake 10–12 minutes, until cooked through.
Serve warm with a side salad or rice.
Notes
Creamy, herby, and heart-healthy—this stuffed salmon is a dinnertime standout you’ll come back to again and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 per serving
- Fat: 28g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 4g per serving
- Fiber: 1g per serving
- Protein: 38g per serving