Baked Salmon with Feta Recipe
This baked salmon with feta is a flavorful and healthy dinner made with tender salmon, creamy feta, sautéed spinach, and Parmesan. Baked until perfectly flaky, this easy recipe combines Mediterranean-inspired flavors and makes a delicious protein-rich meal for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 600-700 grams salmon fillet
- 1 –2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 150 grams feta cheese crumbled
- 25 grams shredded parmesan
- 50 grams jarred bell pepper chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon in a baking dish. Using a knife, gently make a few shallow cuts across the top of the fillet (this helps the topping settle into the fish and cook evenly).
- Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- In a pan over medium heat, add a little olive oil and sauté the spinach for about 2 minutes, just until wilted. Sprinkle with paprika and stir.
- In a separate bowl, combine the feta, shredded Parmesan, and chopped bell peppers.
- Mix the sautéed spinach into the cheese mixture.
- Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over the salmon, gently pressing it into the cuts.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches your preferred doneness.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.