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Spinach & Feta Stuffed Salmon Pinwheels

Spinach & Feta Stuffed Salmon Pinwheels

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Delight in the culinary adventure of creating Spinach & Feta Stuffed Salmon Pinwheels, a dish that marries elegance with simplicity. This recipe features tender salmon fillets rolled around a luscious filling of sautéed spinach, creamy feta, and aromatic herbs. Not only does this dish promise an explosion of flavors with each bite, but it also allows for creativity in the kitchen by offering various substitutions and adaptations. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings, these pinwheels are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Dive into this easy-to-follow recipe and elevate your dining experience today!

Ingredients

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  • 1 large skinless salmon fillet (about 1½ lbs)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 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

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, roughly another minute.
  4. Lower the heat and stir in cream cheese and crumbled feta until combined.
  5. Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper until well blended.
  6. Lay the salmon skin side down on a cutting board, spread the filling evenly over it, then roll tightly from one end. Secure with toothpicks or twine.
  7. Chill for 15-20 minutes in the refrigerator before baking.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until cooked through and flaky.

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