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Baked Salmon with Spinach

Baked Salmon with Spinach: A Quick, Heart-Healthy Delight

Baked Salmon with Spinach is a heart-healthy delight, quick to prepare and packed with omega-3s.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillet Look for bright pink fillets for optimal taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Spinach Mixture
  • 4 cups Spinach Fresh or frozen, thawed and drained.
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced, yellow or white.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh or dried.
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Grated; Gouda is a fantastic alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing aromatics.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion, sautéing until translucent and soft (about 3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (roughly 30 seconds).
  2. Gently stir in thawed spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through, mixing in salt and pepper to taste. Fold in sour cream for a creamy texture.
  3. Preheat your oven to 175°C (347°F). Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Quick sear each side of the fillets for about 2 minutes in the same skillet.
  4. Grease a baking dish lightly with olive oil, place seared salmon skin-side down, and spoon creamy spinach mixture over each fillet. Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese on top.
  5. Transfer to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Ensure salmon turns opaque and flakes easily. Check that the internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F).
  6. Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Customize with variations to suit your taste.

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