Description
Blackened salmon stuffed with spinach & parmesan delivers a gourmet seafood experience that marries bold flavors with elegant presentation. Herb-infused filling and perfectly seared exterior promise a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Seasoning Blend:
- 2 tbsp blackening seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon (for juice and zest)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F, preparing a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for optimal salmon preparation.
- Create a vibrant filling by combining fresh spinach, minced garlic, and grated parmesan cheese in a mixing bowl, thoroughly incorporating the ingredients.
- Carefully butterfly each salmon fillet, creating a pocket for the spinach mixture without cutting completely through the fish.
- Generously stuff each salmon fillet with the spinach and parmesan blend, ensuring an even distribution throughout the pocket.
- Blend blackening seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a small dish to create a robust spice mixture.
- Delicately coat both sides of the stuffed salmon fillets with the seasoning blend, pressing gently to help the spices adhere.
- Drizzle olive oil over the seasoned salmon, ensuring a light, even coating that will enhance browning and flavor.
- Sprinkle fresh lemon zest across the fillets, then squeeze lemon juice over the top for a bright, citrusy enhancement.
- Transfer the prepared salmon to the parchment-lined baking sheet, arranging fillets with space between them for even cooking.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 3-4 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and flavors to settle.
Notes
- Butterfly technique matters: Slice salmon gently to create a pocket without cutting completely through, ensuring a perfect stuffing area.
- Spinach selection impacts flavor: Use fresh, crisp baby spinach for a tender, bright green filling that melts beautifully inside the salmon.
- Seasoning balance is crucial: Adjust blackening spice blend to personal heat preference, considering individual spice tolerance levels.
- Moisture preservation hack: Drizzling olive oil helps lock in salmon’s natural juiciness while promoting a golden, crispy exterior during roasting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg