Spinach-Stuffed Baked Salmon

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 176.8
  • Total Fat: 12.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 19.9 mg
  • Sodium: 231.9 mg
  • Total Carbs: 4.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.6 g
  • Protein: 10.1 g

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Introduction

I found this in the Walgreen's publication, "Diabetes & You" The original recipe gives a calorie count of 208 a serving. I used Panko crumbs instead of regular old bread crumbs, which might be what is lowering the calorie count here. I found this in the Walgreen's publication, "Diabetes & You" The original recipe gives a calorie count of 208 a serving. I used Panko crumbs instead of regular old bread crumbs, which might be what is lowering the calorie count here.
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    Olive Oil, 1 tsp
    Spinach, fresh, 2 oz
    Lemon Zest (Shredded Lemon Peel), 1 tsp
    roasted red bell pepper, 1 oz , chopped
    Basil, 4 tbsp
    Walnuts, 2 oz, chopped
    100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cooking Spray
    4 pieces of Atlantic Salmon 4 oz each
    Dijon Mustard, 6 tsp
    Panko Bread Crumbs, 2 tbsp
    Ground Oregano 1/2 tsp
    Garlic powder 1/2 tsp
    Pepper, black 1/2 tsp

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook spinach and lemon zest for 2 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted, stirring constantly. Transfer to a medium bowl. Stir in the peppers, basil, and walnuts. Let cool for 5 minutes.

2. Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly spray it with cooking spray.

3. Cut a lengthwise slit in the side of each fillet to make a pocket for the stuffing. Stuff each fillet 1/2 cup spinach mixture into each. Transfer to baking sheet.

4. With a pastry brush, spread the mustard on the top of each fillet.

5. In a small bowl, stir together the remaining ingredients. Sprinkle over the fish

6. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.

Serving Size: Makes 4 4-oz servings

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MICHELLE_391.

TAGS:  Fish | Dinner | Fish Dinner |