Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon
This Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon provides 7g protein and 246 calories per serving — a lighter option for days when you're managing total intake. Quick prep across 4 servings on the stovetop keeps cooking time minimal. Pairs well with higher-protein meals to round out your daily macros without excess calories.
Ingredients
- •Salmon
- •1 pinch salt (to season)
- •1 pinch pepper (to season)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(30g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Unsalted Butter(15g)
- •Cream Cheese(113g)
Standard block cream cheese. Neufchatel (1/3 less fat) is a good swap.
- •Spinach(113g)
- •Parmesan Cheese(60g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •Garlic(10g)
- •1 pinch salt
- •1 pinch pepper
- •Unsalted Butter(15g)
- •Garlic(15g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(15g)
Instructions
- 1Place each salmon fillet on a flat surface. Season both sides with salt, pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil and lemon juice. Cut a slit or pocket about 3/4 quarter of the way through, being careful not to cut all the way.
- 2Squeeze excess liquid out of the spinach discard liquid. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the spinach, cream cheese, parmesan cheese and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3Fill salmon 'pockets' with 1-2 tablespoons of the spinach dip, spreading evenly with the back of the spoon.
- 4Heat butter and remaining oil in a skillet (or non stick pan) over medium-high heat. Add the salmon and fry until golden (about 6 to 7 minutes). Carefully flip and allow to cook on the other side until golden and cooked through (another 6-7 minutes, depending on the size of your fillets).
- 5Optional: cover with a lid and continue cooking for a further 2-3 minutes, if necessary, until cooked through.
- 6Transfer to a warm plate to make garlic butter.
- 7Garlic Butter: Melt the butter in the remaining oil/juices in the pan leftover from the salmon. Add the garlic and lemon juice; saute until garlic is fragrant (about 30 seconds). Remove and serve with the salmon.
- 8Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place stuffed salmon fillets in a shallow lightly greased baking pan. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until salmon is cooked through, opaque in centre and flakes easily with fork.
- 9Pour pan juices out into a skillet or frying pan. Add butter, garlic and lemon juice; saute until garlic is fragrant (about 30 seconds). Remove and serve with the salmon.
Nutrition — Per Serving
246
calories
7g
protein
28g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 8g
- Saturated fat
- 9.1g
- Sodium
- 384 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.8g
4 servings per batch · ~104g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon have per serving?
Each serving contains just 7g of protein and 246 calories with 28g fat and 8g carbs. This is a low-protein, high-fat preparation and functions best as a side or component of a larger meal.
How long does Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon take to prep?
This recipe is quick prep and yields 4 servings on the stovetop, making it fast to execute during the week. However, you'll likely need to pair it with additional protein sources to meet macro targets for a full meal.
Is Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon good for fat loss?
At 246 calories per serving, this is a lower-calorie option that fits into a deficit, but the minimal protein (7g) means you should combine it with a high-protein side to maintain satiety. Use it as part of a complete meal rather than a standalone dinner.
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