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Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Bliss

Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Bliss in 40 Minutes

This Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Bliss is a quick weeknight meal that pairs juicy salmon with creamy spinach and gooey mozzarella, all ready in 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillet Fresh, vibrant fillets for best flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Creamy Spinach Mixture
  • 1 cup Spinach Fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Shredded, can swap with Gouda
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing

Equipment

  • medium skillet
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Incorporate 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of thawed and drained spinach into the skillet, mixing well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated, then fold in ½ cup of sour cream.
  3. Preheat the oven to 175°C (347°F). Season 4 salmon fillets with salt and pepper and sear in a separate skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes on each side.
  4. Grease a baking dish and place the seared salmon skin-side down. Spread the creamy spinach mixture over each fillet and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily. Ensure mozzarella turns golden and bubbly.
  6. Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving, pairing each salmon fillet with the creamy spinach mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 175°C (347°F) for 15-20 minutes.

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