Description
This Feta Stuffed Salmon recipe is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines tender salmon fillets with a flavorful feta kale filling. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
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Salmon Fillets:
- 3–4 salmon fillets, 4-6 oz each
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dry parsley
- Salt & pepper
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice, to top
Feta Kale Filling:
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- 3 oz feta cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped dill
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F: Heat a small pan over medium heat with a little olive oil and saute the kale for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Prepare the Feta Kale Filling: Transfer the kale to a bowl and combine with the feta cheese, lemon zest, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a creamy filling.
- Prepare the Salmon: Slice an opening into one side of each salmon fillet. Fill the fillets with the feta kale mixture.
- Season and Bake: Brush the fish with dijon mustard, coat with seasoned breadcrumbs, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Top with fresh lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: Approximately 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
