Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Bliss for a Cozy Dinner

A delicious Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Bliss recipe that's perfect for a cozy dinner, offering rich flavors and health benefits.

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Prep Time 40

Cook Time 20

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon Fillet Look for vibrant pink color without dark spots for the best quality.

For the Creamy Spinach Mixture

2 cups Spinach Thawed and drained frozen spinach works well.
1 medium Onion Yellow or white varieties are preferred.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred for best flavor.
½ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a lower-fat alternative.

For the Gooey Topping

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Feel free to experiment with Gouda for a different flavor.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or grapeseed oil.
to taste Salt Adjust to taste for perfect flavor balance.
to taste Pepper Adjust to taste for perfect flavor balance.

Equipment

skillet
Baking Dish
Pan
oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Bliss

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 sliced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Mix in 2 cups of thawed and drained spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in ½ cup of sour cream until creamy.
Preheat your oven to 175°C (347°F). Season 4 salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Sear the fillets in a separate pan for 2 minutes per side.
Grease a baking dish and lay the seared salmon fillets skin-side down. Spread the creamy spinach mixture over each fillet and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily, and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving. Plate alongside additional spinach or your favorite side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal results, ensure the internal temperature of the salmon reaches 63°C (145°F) and drain excess water from spinach to keep the mixture creamy.

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