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Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella topped with melted cheese.

Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Recipe

A creamy and indulgent yet healthy dinner featuring succulent salmon fillets stuffed with garlicky sautéed spinach and finished with a bubbling, golden mozzarella crust. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal that feels like a restaurant-quality treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¾ cup mozzarella
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • lemon zest
  • ¼ cup whole-grain breadcrumbs

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Sauté garlic and spinach in olive oil until wilted.
  3. Cut pockets in salmon fillets.
  4. Stuff with spinach.
  5. Top with cheeses and oiled breadcrumbs.
  6. Bake 12-15 mins.

Notes

  • Pro Tip: Use center-cut fillets for even baking.
  • Serving Suggestion: Pairs beautifully with a fresh cucumber tomato salad or lemon-herb roasted potatoes.
  • Variation: For a tangier profile, swap half the mozzarella for crumbled feta cheese.
  • Make it Crispy: For extra crunch, don't skip the whole-grain breadcrumb topping mixed with a touch of olive oil and lemon zest.