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Simple Salmon with Spinach Feta Stuffing

This magnificent dish is gourmet-on-the-go and takes minutes to prepare. Holly Clegg shares her cooking genius with us all through her innovative approach to cook and live vibrantly.

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Check her book Too Hot in the Kitchen with some amazing recipe ideas for the entire year!

Here’s a delicious salmon served to you and your party of guests and family.

Why Salmon: The benefits of Omega-3 amino acids are crucial in reducing internal inflammation in the body. Being the beginning of the chronic diseases – heart disease, hypertension, arthritis, and obesity – inflammation can be lowered by changing a lifestyle. And one of the components of it is consuming Omega-3 fatty acids.

Food is a great way to get the benefits of Omega-3’s. Fish like salmon, mackerel, herring, lake trout, sardines and albacore tuna are the highest in Omega-3 content. Enjoy your recipes made with these fish options a couple times a week to get the maximum benefits.

Find more recipes by Holly Clegg HERE.

Spices and Sauces for Salmon Prep

Spices are my favorite way to add a flavor to any of my recipes. I rely a great deal on amazing herbs and spice mixes to create my original sauces and rubs.

I test out a lot of ethnic spice recipes on my own recipes. The flavor range for food prep is truly infinite and only depends on your personal preferences.

I would recommend these spices and sauces to try with your fish or meat recipes. Though the products may be created for meat dishes, I still use them to add interesting flavor streaks into my vegetables and fish dishes.

Casa M Spice Co has beautifully done seasoning containers with different flavors for your fish, poultry and barbecue options. Check them out HERE for gift giving or personal cooking.

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The premium ingredients don’t call for a lot of volume. Instead, they add maximum taste with minimum use.

And if you wish to expand your pallet into spice, sweet, and tangy, try the sauces and rubs created by Sauce Goddess HERE!

Without doubt, these are some of my favorites to add to veggies, fish and anything I grill and Air Fry in my kitchen! Vegan and Gluten Free, the sauces and rubs are made without additives or GMOs. Fresh herbs and ingredients that culminate the ultimate cook’s desire to prepare a most memorable meal and to satisfy those who would partake in it.

These sauces are a must-have! Delicious on grilled chicken, shrimp, fish, sloppy joes, ribs or vegetables. They are amazing on grilled eggplant, too. Perfect for dipping with fries, chips, or in place of pepper jelly over cream cheese. It definitely ups your game for tailgating dishes!

Spinach Feta Stuffing Recipe

When you use your favorite spices, you definitely can create a new recipe with an unforgettable taste and flavors. This salmon with spinach feta stuffing is one of the easiest ways to add a festive dish to your everyday table!

For those of you who cannot eat or do not like Feta cheese, there are other combinations to consider. And believe me, my stuffed salmon recipe is never the same! I love to experiment with different flavors and foods.

So, for the filling ingredients, you may consider the following: Ricotta cheese, Olive Tapenade (there are different flavors of it, get it in store or HERE), Goat cheese (add some fresh or dry herbs or spices to it).

Again, your tastebuds are the navigators in your ingredient choices. And even if you are afraid you won’t like it, take a risk to experience and try a different food at least once! Your taste will develop and your mind will open up to more food combinations and alternatives!

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Prep the foil first. Then spread salmon pieces on each foil part. Top with spinach feta mixture.
salmon with spinach feta stuffing
Once you have placed the spinach feta stuffing over salmon, fold the “free” end of the salmon piece over the stuffing.
Salmon Recipe, Simple Salmon with Spinach Feta Stuffing Author Holly Clegg, Too Hot in the Kitchen book
Add some spices, herbs, sauces you would like to add before or after cooking. All is up to you! Your taste buds decide what they want and like.

This plated piece of stuffed salmon is ready to be enjoyed!

Simple Salmon Recipe with Spinach Feta Stuffing

A delicious dinner of salmon stuffed with feta

  • 2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped baby spinach
  • 4 6-ounce salmon fillets
  • 1/3 cup chopped red onion
  1. reheat oven 350°F. Coat baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In bowl, combine cream cheese and feta with fork, mixing until blended. Add onion and spinach, combining well.
  3. Split each piece of salmon in half lengthwise without cutting all the way through (make pocket). Divide filling in each fillet spreading to cover. Place top salmon piece back over filling and on prepared baking dish. Bake 20 minutes or until flaky and done.

Stuff the salmon ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to cook.

Check Out More Options in Prepping Your Salmon

• Caramelized Teriyaki Salmon

And if you are looking for other Fish Recipes, check out CORVINA meal prepared with flaky white firm fish.

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63 Comments

  8. I tried this recipe, and it is very delicious. Salmon is a family favorite, so I like to find new recipes for variety.

  10. That is definitely something different! I’ve never had salmon like that, but it looks good and it makes me want to try it!

    1. Looks tasty. Like the short ingredient list & how creative it is. Thanks for sharing!

  23. Oooh this stuffing looks and sounds delicious! What a fabulous idea for salmon..I know the family will love this. Cannot wait to make it!

  24. Oh wow, I don’t normally go for cooked salmon but this sounds wonderful. I love that this has spinach and feta in it as they add so much yummy flavour. This is a dish I would love to try.

  25. I need to start adding some more fish into my diet as I don’t eat enough. And a spinach and feta stuffing sounds amazing x

    1. Rhian,
      At least once a week fish dish would do your body and well-being good!
      Plus, you can use any stuffing like Olive Tapenade and Ricotta instead of Feta cheese.

  26. This looks amazing! I make salmon all the time, but I always make it the same way every time. I’m going to have to try this.

    1. Ben,
      I like to experiment with salmon recipes. And this one gives me a lot of flavors. I change the filling depending what I feel on the day I am cooking salmon.

    1. Beth,
      This recipe is so versatile, you’ll never get tired of it!

  28. This blog post introduces a delectable salmon dish while also emphasizing the health benefits of Omega-3 amino acids. It’s great to see a fusion of gourmet flavor and nutritional wisdom. The mention of the book “Too Hot in the Kitchen” by Holly Clegg is a nice touch, offering readers the opportunity to explore more recipes and ideas. Overall, a tempting and informative post that’s sure to inspire healthy and delicious dining choices.

    1. Sue-Tanya,
      You’ve said it all!
      Let’s celebrate a deliciously nutritious meal for our families and friends!

  29. The combination of feta, spinach and salmon seems out of this world!!! I can’t wait to try out your recipe, thank you so much.

    1. Karen,
      Also, you can use these ingredients for a filling: Olive Tapenade is one of my favorites! Also, Ricotta cheese, Goat cheese.

    1. Krystle,
      If you do not like Feta cheese, here are some possible substitutes for it. And most favorite is Ricotta!
      Here’s a list for your convenience:
      – Ricotta cheese
      – Goat cheese
      – Olives – I use Olive Tapenade bought in store. It is delicious!
      You still can enjoy salmon with your choice of filling!

  31. This is an interesting recipe. Never try this Salmon with Spinach Feta Stuffing before but looks so yummy!

    1. Marie,
      You can be creative and enjoy the filling of your choice, like Ricotta, Olive Tapenade or Goat cheese.

    1. Awesome, Samantha!
      Be creative and do something your taste buds would appreciate.

  33. I’ve combined spinach and feta but never added salmon. It’s a great way to get proteins and omega 3 into your diet. I will try this out!

    1. Ditto, GRL!
      Salmon and some creative filling has a lot of nutrition for our bodies, Omega-3 DHA included!

    1. Indu,
      Please do! Your creative spirit will lead the way to the stomach!

    1. Katriza,
      If you family like salmon, your recipe will be a success. Add your herbs and sauces to create even more of an incredibly memorable dinner!

    1. Adaleta,
      What you can do is to improvise the filling as well. In addition, do take a notice of fish rubs, herbs, sauces to add to your uniquely created dish!

  37. So glad I found this! My mom and I are looking for a new salmon recipe to try out this week. We are bored of the routine recipes we had been using.

    1. Belinda,
      I am glad you are making a note of this incredibly easy to make and so delicious recipe! Enjoy!

  39. Comfort food that is nothing but satisfying. Now you have me drooling! I’m gonna spend my weekend over this.

    1. Kelly,
      If you attempt this recipe, it is so easy and simple to make that you won’t be too much time in the kitchen: in and out!
      Enjoy prepping it!

  41. The stuffing sounds delicious. Maybe I could use a different meat. I will definitely pass this on to my favorite cousin she is always looking for different foods and they love fish.

    1. Michele,
      This book would be a treat to your mom!
      It is so fun to read, it’s like having a good time with your friends.
      There are recipes for food, skin and more!

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