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Stuffed Salmon Delight

Discover the Stuffed Salmon Delight, a flavorful blend of salmon, spinach, and crab with a cheesy filling. Perfect for special occasions and easy to make. Ready in 35 minutes!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g fresh salmon
  • 200 g fresh spinach
  • 150 g crab meat
  • 100 g fresh cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 unit juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • to taste Breadcrumbs for topping

Equipment

  • Pan
  • Baking tray
  • Kitchen knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (or 356°F).
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. Add fresh spinach to the pan and cook until wilted, then remove from heat and let cool slightly, squeezing out excess water.
  4. In a bowl, combine crab meat, fresh cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, cooked spinach, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  5. Cut the salmon fillet lengthwise to create a pocket for stuffing.
  6. Spoon the filling into the salmon pocket evenly.
  7. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top and place on a baking tray. Bake for about 20 minutes until cooked to liking.
  8. Remove from the oven, let rest for a couple of minutes, then serve with steamed vegetables or salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Don’t overcook the salmon; it should be just opaque and flaky when done. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving for extra zing.
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