Baked Salmon with Spinach and Mozzarella
A delightful dish featuring perfectly baked salmon over a bed of vibrant spinach and gooey mozzarella, perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 fillets salmon fillets Fresh or thawed if frozen
- 300 g spinach, thawed and drained Fresh spinach can also be used, sautéed down
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 200 g sour cream Can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative
- 150 g mozzarella cheese Can be substituted with feta for a different flavor
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a pan over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the sliced onion until it’s translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cooked spinach to the pan, stirring until heated through; season with salt and pepper.
Baking
- Lay the salmon fillets in an oven-safe dish.
- Spoon the spinach and onion mixture evenly over each fillet.
- Spread sour cream on top of the spinach mixture, then sprinkle the mozzarella cheese generously over everything.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a few moments before serving.
Notes
For a rustic presentation, plate directly from the baking dish. Pair with a light salad or roasted potatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently.