Baked Salmon with Spinach
Baked Salmon with Spinach is an easy 30-minute dinner featuring tender salmon, garlic sautéed spinach, lemon, and Parmesan. Healthy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the salmon fillets on top.
- Spoon the spinach mixture evenly over each fillet.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the salmon.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Place a small pat of butter on each fillet.
- Bake the Baked Salmon with Spinach for 15–20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Baby spinach works especially well because it cooks quickly.
- Freshly grated Parmesan provides the best flavor.
- A squeeze of extra lemon before serving brightens the dish.
- Garnish with chopped parsley for added freshness.