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Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon (Paleo, Whole30, Low Carb)

Last Updated on December 28, 2020 by Jean Choi 12 Comments

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Delicious dairy free creamy spinach stuffed salmon that’s easy to make and so flavorful! This Whole30 salmon dinner comes out perfectly flaky and tender, with a yummy spinach filling.

close up of creamed spinach stuffed salmon

Salmon is one of my favorite fish and it’s always fun to get creative with it so I can enjoy it in various ways. My recent go-to method of cooking it is this creamy spinach stuffed salmon recipe and the result is so just so flavorful and amazing! This is an easy Whole30 and paleo salmon recipe that comes together quickly and easily.

Dairy Free Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon Recipe

Most of stuffed salmon recipes I’ve seen have some kind of cream cheese or dairy in it. However, this version uses soaked and blended cashews for that ultra smooth and creamy filling. It’s then mixed with defrosted frozen spinach and yummy spices. Once the salmon is stuffed, the filets are pan fried for several minutes until perfectly tender and flaky.

cashew cream and spinach mixed together
how to make stuffed salmon with spinach - using a spoon to stuff a salmon

How to Make Stuffed Salmon with Spinach

This is a simple Whole30 salmon dinner with minimal prep time, as well as cook time. Here’s how to make this stuffed salmon with spinach:

  1. Make the creamy spinach stuffing. Soak the cashews in water for at least 1 hour. Drain, and place in a high speed blender with water, apple cider vinegar, mustard, garlic powder, sea salt, and red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth and creamy. Squeeze out as much water as you can from the defrosted spinach, and fold into the cashew mixture. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the salmon. Pat dry the salmon filets with a paper towel, and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper. Use a shark knife to cut a slit from the side of the filets about three-quarter of the way through. Be careful not to cut all the way to the other side.
  3. Stuff the salmon. Divide the creamy spinach among the 4 filets, stuffing the cut pockets using a spoon. It doesn’t have to be perfect, and it’s okay if some of the stuffing seeps through the tops of the salmon.
  4. Pan-fry. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add ghee, then pan fry skin side up for 4 minutes. Carefully flip and cook the other side for 3 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily. Serve.

As you can see, the creamed spinach stuffed salmon is quick and easy enough to enjoy on a busy weeknight! You can even make the filling the night before to cut down on the cooking time even more.

creamy spinach stuffed salmon pan fried and cooked

Note for This Recipe

  • I recommend using thicker cuts of the fish l for this creamed spinach stuffed salmon recipe. The thicker the salmon, the easier it will be to stuff without tearing.
  • I used frozen spinach, but you can use fresh spinach if you like. Just substitute with 8 oz of fresh spinach, steam until wilted, and squeeze out the moisture.
  • Use a nonstick skillet to make sure that the salmon won’t stick to the pan and get ruined. I love the Always Pan by Our Place, which works beautifully an it’s toxin free! You can get a $20 discount code for your first order with this link.
  • I love the crispy skin that results from this paleo pan fried salmon. However, if you’d rather bake the filets instead, you can do so for 10-15 minutes in a 350 degree F oven.
whole30 salmon dinner lifted from the pan with a spatual

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Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon (Paleo, Whole30, Low Carb)

Delicious dairy free creamy spinach stuffed salmon that's easy to make and so flavorful! This Whole30 salmon dinner comes out perfectly flaky and tender, with a yummy spinach filling.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 30 minute paleo meals, 30 minute whole30 meals, creamed spinach stuffed salmon, how to make stuffed salmon with spinach, low carb salmon dinner, paleo pan fried salmon, paleo salmon, spinach stuffed salmon recipe, whole30 salmon dinner
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Cashew soaking time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 440kcal

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup cashews soaked in water for at least 1 hour
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup frozen spinach defrosted
  • 4 salmon filets about 6 oz each
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp ghee divided
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  • Drain the cashews and add them to a high-speed blender with water, apple cider vinegar, mustard, garlic powder, sea salt, and red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Use your hands to squeeze out as much water as possible from the defrosted spinach. Stir into the creamy cashew filling.
  • Pat dry the salmon filets with a paper towel, and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut a slit on the side of each salmon filet about three-quarter of the way through. Be careful not to cut all the way to the other side.
  • Divide the creamy spinach filling among the 4 filets, stuffing the cut pockets using a spoon. It doesn’t have to be perfect, and it’s okay if some of the stuffing seeps through the tops of the salmon.
  • Heat 1 tbsp of ghee in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Pan fry the salmon skin side up for 4 minutes.
  • Carefully flip the salmon skin side down, then add another tbsp of ghee to the pan. Sprinkle each filet with lemon juice, then pan-fry for 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Spinach Stuffed Salmon (Paleo, Whole30, Low Carb)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving – makes 4)
Calories 440 Calories from Fat 252
% Daily Value*
Fat 28g43%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Cholesterol 113mg38%
Sodium 261mg11%
Potassium 1110mg32%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 39g78%
Vitamin A 4660IU93%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 79mg8%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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By Jean Choi | December 28, 2020

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  1. Dustin says

    December 28, 2020 at 8:37 pm

    5 stars
    These look great, thanks for posting and sharing pictures of each step. Yum!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      December 29, 2020 at 7:29 am

      Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  2. tina says

    January 4, 2021 at 11:00 am

    5 stars
    This is so creamy and tasty! I love making salmon like this!

    Reply
  3. yang says

    January 5, 2021 at 7:52 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a great idea! I am smitten by the gorgeous looking stuffed salmon.

    Reply
  4. DONNY says

    January 6, 2021 at 7:57 am

    5 stars
    I love salmon but never knew you could stuff it! I so have to try this.

    Reply
  5. Megan Stevens says

    January 7, 2021 at 8:00 am

    5 stars
    Mmm, hmmm, so yummy! Love this cashew-based filling, and pan-fried salmon is my favorite. Such a special meal.

    Reply
  6. Kelly says

    January 8, 2021 at 12:21 pm

    5 stars
    Every bite of this salmon is so delicious! Flaky fish and that awesome stuffing!

    Reply
  7. ChihYu says

    January 8, 2021 at 5:29 pm

    5 stars
    You had me at creamy! The stuffing in this salmon is so delicious and decadent! Yum!

    Reply
  8. Jennifer Fisher says

    January 10, 2021 at 6:34 am

    5 stars
    Have some salmon thawing for dinner tonight . . was going to do the same ole boring thing until I saw this and you inspired me to level up!

    Reply
  9. Erin says

    January 10, 2021 at 11:16 am

    I didn’t even know stuffed salmon was a thing. I need to try this! And I love that it’s stuffed with cashews.

    Reply
  10. Ashley says

    January 10, 2021 at 6:53 pm

    How would you make this in a keto version?

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      January 14, 2021 at 4:21 pm

      You can try using cream cheese instead of cashew cream

      Reply

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