Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon

Name: Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp cooking oil; 3 cups fresh spinach; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 4 oz cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning, divided; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp all-purpose seasoning; 1.5 lbs salmon fillet, skin on; black pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp mayonnaise or softened butter; 1 medium zucchini, sliced; 1/2 red onion, sliced

Creamy spinach stuffed salmon combines pan-seared salmon fillets with a savory filling of spinach, cream cheese, and Parmesan for an elegant dish that cooks in one pan.

🌍American 🏷️Stuffed salmon 🏷️Salmon 🏷️Spinach 🏷️Cream cheese Seafood

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🏷️Pan-seared

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Total

20 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$25–$41

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 tbsp cooking oil
3 cups fresh spinach
1 tbsp minced garlic
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning, divided
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp all-purpose seasoning
1.5 lbs salmon fillet, skin on
black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp mayonnaise or softened butter
1 medium zucchini, slicedoptional
1/2 red onion, slicedoptional

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Instructions

1
Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add fresh spinach and minced garlic, and sauté until the spinach is fully wilted.
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sautéed spinach mixture, and shredded Parmesan cheese.
3
Season the filling with half of the Old Bay seasoning, onion powder, and all-purpose seasoning. Mix thoroughly until everything is well combined.
4
Cut the salmon fillet into 4 equal portions. Carefully slice a pocket into the side of each salmon portion, being sure not to cut all the way through.
5
Generously stuff each salmon pocket with the creamy spinach filling.
6
Season the top of the stuffed salmon with the remaining Old Bay seasoning and black pepper.
7
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise or softened butter over the top of each salmon fillet.
8
Place the salmon fillets in a hot skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and golden brown.
9
Optionally, sauté sliced zucchini and red onion in a separate pan to serve as a side.
10
Plate the stuffed salmon with the sautéed vegetables and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Squeeze excess moisture from cooked spinach before mixing with cream cheese—this prevents the filling from becoming watery and leaking during cooking.
Butterfly the salmon fillet carefully by cutting horizontally into the thickest part, leaving about 1/2 inch uncut on three sides to create a pocket.
Use medium-high heat and allow the skin side to develop a golden crust before flipping—aim for 4-5 minutes per side depending on fillet thickness.
Room temperature salmon cooks more evenly than cold fish straight from the refrigerator.

Substitutions

fresh spinach → frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (use 2 cups frozen)
cream cheese → ricotta cheese or mascarpone (maintains creamy texture)
Parmesan cheese → Romano cheese or Gruyère (similar umami-forward flavor)
cooking oil → butter or ghee (adds richness to the sear)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat gently in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8-10 minutes to avoid drying out the salmon.