This scrumptious Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon is incredibly succulent and bursting with delightful flavors. A family-favorite dish that comes together in just 30 minutes, it's a quick and easy culinary masterpiece using only a handful of ingredients. Prepare to indulge in a satisfying meal that leaves everyone yearning for more.
With a knife, carefully cut a pocket into each salmon fillet. Make the pocket about 3/4 of the way through the thickness of the fillet. This pocket will hold the spinach filling.
Drizzle and brush 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the salmon fillets. Make sure to coat both sides evenly.
Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. You can adjust the amount of seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Make the Cream Cheese Spinach Filling: Squeeze any excess liquid from the thawed spinach, then mix it with the softened cream cheese, parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, until well combined.
Fill each salmon pocket with 2 tbsp of spinach mixture, and spread it evenly with the back of the spoon. If desired, drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the fillets before baking.
Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary based on fillet thickness.
Optional: Garnish with fresh chopped herbs, an extra squeeze of lemon juice, or lemon zest before serving.