Description
A delightful dish featuring tender salmon fillets stuffed with a creamy shrimp mixture, topped with a crunchy breadcrumb layer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your baking dish with a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Combine the chopped shrimp, softened cream cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until well blended, creating a creamy mixture that’s bursting with flavor.
- Slice a pocket into each salmon fillet with a sharp knife, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each pocket generously with the creamy shrimp mixture, pressing it down slightly.
- Arrange the stuffed salmon fillets in your greased baking dish, ensuring they fit snugly but don’t touch. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- Serve warm, allowing everyone to relish the goodness within that stunning salmon cradle.
Notes
Keep an eye on the salmon as it bakes to prevent overcooking. Fresh lemon juice can enhance the flavor before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg