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Crab and Spinach Stuffed Salmon with Velvety Lemon Cream Sauce

A delicious stuffed salmon dish featuring a craband spinach filling, topped with a zesty lemon cream sauce. Perfect for elegantdinners at home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffed Salmon:

  • 4 salmon fillets 170-200 g each, skin-on or skinless
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1/2 cup cooked crab meat shredded
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs optional, for binding
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Lemon Cream Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine chopped spinach, crab meat, breadcrumbs (if using), softened cream cheese, Parmesan, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Season with salt anpepper, then mix until well combined and creamy.
  • Stuff the Salmon: Cut a deep slit into the side of each salmon fillet to create a pocket. Carefully spoon the crab and spinach mixture into each pocket, ensuring it's packed snugly but not too tightly.
  • Sear the Salmon: In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets in the skillet and sear each side for about 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Bake the Salmon: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Sauté the Garlic: While the salmon bakes, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to become aromatic.
  • Add the Cream and Broth: Pour in the heavy cream and broth, stirring to combine.
  • Add Lemon Flavor: Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest (if using) and season with salt and pepper. Continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve: Plate each stuffed salmon fillet and spoon the lemon cream sauce generously over the top.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal
Keyword spinach-stuffed salmon
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