Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Crust
Indulge in a culinary delight with our Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Crust. This dish combines tender salmon fillets topped with a creamy spinach and mozzarella mixture, resulting in a rich flavor that is both comforting and nutritious. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressive dinner gatherings, this recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, allowing you to serve a gourmet meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With its vibrant colors and bubbling cheese topping, this dish not only tastes amazing but also looks stunning on your dining table. Your family will love it, and you’ll appreciate the ease of preparation!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fillets salmon (about 6 oz each)
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- 10 oz frozen spinach (thawed and drained)
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 7 oz sour cream
- 5 oz mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté sliced onions in olive oil over medium heat until translucent (3-4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in thawed spinach, seasoning with salt and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Mix in sour cream until combined.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then sear them for about 2 minutes per side in a separate pan.
- Place seared salmon skin-side down in a greased baking dish. Spread the spinach mixture over each fillet, then top with shredded mozzarella.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and cheese is golden brown.
- Let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg