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High-Protein Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan
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High-Protein Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan Recipe

This High-Protein Blackened Salmon Stuffed with Spinach & Parmesan is smoky, juicy, and packed with over 38g of protein per serving. With a spicy blackened crust and creamy spinach filling, it delivers restaurant-level flavor while staying macro-balanced and meal-prep friendly.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 stuffed salmon fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Healthy, High-Protein
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 salmon fillets 6 oz each, center-cut
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for searing
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ –½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
For the Spinach-Parmesan Filling
  • 1½ cups fresh spinach finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 3 –4 tbsp grated parmesan
  • 1 small garlic clove minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket into the side of each fillet, making sure not to slice all the way through the bottom.
  2. Add the chopped spinach, Greek yogurt, parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper to a bowl. Mix until the filling becomes creamy and well combined.
  3. Spoon the spinach-parmesan filling into each salmon pocket. Press gently to seal the fillets around the mixture; it’s fine if a little filling shows.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, oregano, salt, and pepper. Rub this seasoning generously over the tops and sides of the salmon fillets.
  5. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. When the oil is hot and shimmering, place the salmon in the pan with the seasoning-side down. Sear for 2–3 minutes until a dark, flavorful crust forms, then flip and sear the other side for 1 minute.
  6. Transfer the skillet to a preheated 400°F (205°C) oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the salmon reaches 125–130°F internally and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Let the salmon rest for about 3 minutes before cutting or serving. This helps keep the fillets tender and juicy.
  8. Serve the stuffed salmon with your favorite vegetables, grain bowls, salads, or healthy sides of choice. Store any leftovers in airtight containers for easy meal prep.