Salmon Stuffed with Ricotta and Spinach
This delectable recipe features salmon fillets filled with a rich and creamy ricotta and spinach mixture. Perfect for a quick meal, it can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for both lunch and dinner occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 100 g ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- Olive oil for marinating
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika to taste
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
- Vegetables or quinoa for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by cutting a pocket into each salmon fillet, ensuring not to cut all the way through. Drizzle the fillets with a small amount of olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper. Set the fillets aside in the fridge to marinate for 10 minutes.
- While the salmon is marinating, prepare the filling by combining the spinach, ricotta cheese, and crushed garlic in a bowl. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika, then stir until everything is well incorporated.
- After marinating, stuff each salmon fillet with the ricotta-spinach filling, ensuring the pocket is filled evenly.
- Heat the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the stuffed salmon fillets into the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fillets are golden and crispy on the outside.
- Serve the salmon with a wedge of lemon and your choice of vegetables or quinoa for a complete meal.
Notes
Note: If you prefer, softened cream cheese can be substituted for the ricotta in this recipe.