Description
Indulge in this Stuffed Salmon Recipe that transforms ordinary salmon fillets into a gourmet delight! With a creamy Cajun-spiced filling made from cream cheese and cheddar, this dish is bursting with flavor while being quick and easy to prepare. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up an impressive meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The succulent salmon paired with zesty filling not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides a healthy dose of protein. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges to elevate its presentation and enjoy a flavorful feast that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (5 ounces each, skin on)
- 6 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 ounces finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 tablespoons avocado oil (divided)
- Lemon wedges and chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut a slit in the side of each salmon fillet to create a pocket. Season with paprika, marjoram, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic, and Cajun seasoning until smooth.
- Stuff each salmon pocket generously with the filling.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook stuffed fillets skin-side down for about 6 minutes.
- Flip carefully using a fish spatula; add butter and cook for another 5 minutes until done.
- Repeat with remaining fillets and serve garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (142g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 98mg