Shrimp Stuffed Salmon
Shrimp Stuffed Salmon is a delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of fresh salmon with succulent shrimp in a creamy filling. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this recipe offers vibrant colors and enticing aromas that elevate any dining experience. In just about 30 minutes, you can serve up this restaurant-quality meal, making it ideal for both special occasions and weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 1 cup peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together chopped shrimp, cream cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Lay salmon fillets skin-side down on a cutting board; slice open the side to create pockets.
- Generously stuff each pocket with the shrimp mixture.
- Place stuffed salmon in a greased baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg