10/10/2026
π§ Creamy Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Salmon
Tender, juicy salmon filled with a creamy mixture of spinach, cream cheese, and mozzarella! This easy, keto-friendly recipe is perfect for a quick dinner or a special occasion. π€€π₯¬
Ingredients
2β4 salmon fillets
1 cup baby spinach, finely chopped
3 tbsp cream cheese, softened
Β½ cup shredded mozzarella
1β2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the filling: Mix the cream cheese, mozzarella, chopped spinach, and minced garlic in a bowl until creamy.
Season the salmon: Rub the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Make a pocket: Carefully cut a slit into the side of each fillet without cutting all the way through.
Stuff the salmon: Divide the spinach and cheese mixture evenly among the fillets.
Bake: Place in a preheated oven at 200Β°C (400Β°F) for 12β18 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon is cooked through.
Serve: Let it rest for a couple of minutes and serve with roasted vegetables, salad, or cauliflower rice.
Cooking tips
Pat the salmon dry before seasoning for better flavor.
Don't overfill the pockets, as the cheese may spill out.
For extra golden cheese, broil for the final 1β2 minutes, watching carefully.
Cook salmon to an internal temperature of 63Β°C (145Β°F) for food safety.
Enjoy this rich, creamy, protein-packed salmon dinner! ππ
Note: This recipe contains fish and dairy, so it is keto-friendly but not vegetarian or vegan.