Description
Indulge in the elegance of Spinach & Feta Stuffed Salmon Pinwheels! This exquisite dish features tender salmon rolled around a luscious filling of fresh spinach, creamy feta, and zesty lemon. With its flavorful combination and stunning presentation, these pinwheels are perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a delightful weeknight meal. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, each bite delivers a burst of flavor that is sure to satisfy. Elevate your dining experience with this simple yet sophisticated recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large salmon fillet (about 1½ lbs, skinless)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese (softened)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon dried dill (or 1 teaspoon fresh dill)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped spinach, crumbled feta, minced garlic, olive oil, softened cream cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Place the salmon fillet flat on a cutting board. Cut it horizontally into two equal pieces if necessary for easier rolling.
- Spread an even layer of the spinach mixture over each piece of salmon. Roll tightly from one end to another and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- Arrange the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 18 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg