Description
This baked salmon with creamy spinach is a delicious and healthy dish that’s perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fillets salmon (about 6 oz each)
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 10 oz frozen spinach (thawed and drained)
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 7 oz sour cream
- 5 oz mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent, stirring frequently.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add thawed and well-drained spinach to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently until heated through and moisture evaporates.
- Season with salt and pepper, remove from heat, and stir in sour cream until creamy and combined.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Season salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a separate pan over medium heat, sear salmon for about 2 minutes per side to lock in moisture. The salmon should be slightly undercooked as it will finish in the oven.
- Place seared salmon skin-side down in a greased baking dish. Spread the creamy spinach mixture evenly over the top of each fillet, then sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until salmon reaches 145°F internally and flakes easily with a fork. The cheese should be golden and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy your perfectly cooked baked salmon with creamy spinach!
Notes
- This recipe pairs well with a side of rice or a fresh salad.
- Adjust seasonings according to your preference.
- Make sure to thoroughly drain the spinach to prevent excess moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg