Irresistible Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella Bliss Awaits You!
Indulge in the delightful Irresistible Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella – a dish that brings together the rich flavors of fresh salmon, nutrient-packed spinach, and creamy mozzarella cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make recipe incorporates healthy ingredients while delivering a satisfying burst of flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chopped spinach to the skillet; cook until wilted (2-3 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Place salmon fillets in a baking dish skin-side down; season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Spoon sautéed spinach evenly over each fillet, then top with shredded mozzarella.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the salmon before baking.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg