Description
This Baked Salmon With Spinach is a delightful dish that combines tender salmon with vibrant sautéed spinach, creating a wholesome and nutritious meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, it comes together in under 30 minutes and is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- Fresh or frozen salmon fillets
- Fresh spinach (or frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- Fresh garlic cloves (or garlic powder)
- Fresh lemon juice (or lime juice)
- Olive oil (or melted butter or avocado oil)
- Dill or parsley (fresh or dried)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
- Place the salmon fillets in the baking dish, skin side down. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Layer the cooked spinach over the salmon fillets.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the dish from the oven. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with spinach
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Choose fresh salmon with a bright color and mild scent. Avoid overcooking to prevent dryness, and feel free to customize seasonings with herbs and spices.