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Spinach & Feta Stuffed Salmon

Healthy, flavorful, and elegant Spinach & Feta Stuffed Salmon 🍣🥗 — baked to perfection with a creamy filling of sautéed spinach, tangy feta, garlic, and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon
  • 4 salmon fillets boneless, skin-on or skinless
  • 2 cups fresh spinach sautĂ©ed and drained
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for brushing
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice for brushing
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh herbs chopped dill or parsley

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Sauté garlic in olive oil over medium heat, add spinach, cook until wilted, and drain excess moisture.
  3. Mix spinach with crumbled feta and chopped herbs in a bowl.
  4. Slice a pocket in each salmon fillet and stuff with the spinach-feta mixture.
  5. Brush fillets with olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt, pepper, and extra herbs.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes until salmon flakes easily and filling is heated through.
  7. Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.

Notes

Prepare filling ahead for quick assembly. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 2 days and reheated gently.