Mediterranean Stuffed Salmon
Oz is on a journey like the story from which his moniker – Oz – was derived. When a health scare led him to discover the healing properties of food, he began following the “Yellow Brick Road” of food.
For a recipe that is both healthy and quick n’ easy, Mediterranean Stuffed Salmon is just right. Face it, between a busy lifestyle and chores, who really feels like cooking all the time? Not me! On those days, I’m always looking for something quick to make. Add simple vegetables to Mediterranean Stuffed Salmon and you’ve not only got yourself a healthy meal but a hearty one as well. And if you are feeding others, they will leave the dining table very pleased.
Mediterranean Stuffed Salmon can be made on the grill, in the oven, or on the stove top. I prefer the stove top because it cooks so quickly. I recommend using a cast iron skillet for this dish as it can bear high heat, which you will want to for creating crispy skin.
Ingredients
For the herb mixture:
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 45 ml (3 tablespoons) finely chopped fresh basil
- 30 ml (2 tablespoons) finely chopped fresh oregano
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 5 ml (1 teaspoon) Himalayan pink salt
- Cracked black peppercorns, to taste
- 15 ml (1 tablespoon) olive oil
For the stuffed salmon:
- Four 113-170 grams (5-6 ounce) salmon fillets
- 60 grams (2 packed cups) fresh spinach leaves
- 237 ml (1 cup) ricotta or crumbled mozzarella cheese
- 5 ml (1 teaspoon) plus 30 ml (2 tablespoons) olive oil
- Salt and pepper
For the vegetables:
- 15 ml (1 tablespoon) olive oil
- 237 ml (1 cup) Campari tomatoes (sliced in quarters)
- 156 ml (2/3 cup) pitted green California olives, halved
- Half an English cucumber, halved lengthwise, cut in 1.3 cm (1/2 inch) slices
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 118 ml (1/2 cup) crumbled feta cheese
Preparation
- For the herb mixture: In a small mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well. Set aside.
2. For the stuffed salmon: Cut a small pouch into thick side of salmon, being careful to not cut through to other side. Grind or finely chop one-third of the herb mixture, and mix with the spinach and ricotta or mozzarella. Stuff this into the salmon. Coat salmon with 5 ml (1 teaspoon) olive oil and season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Place a large skillet over high heat, and add 30 ml (2 tablespoons) olive oil. When the oil is shimmering, place the salmon, skin side down, into then pan. Let it cook undisturbed until the underside is crisp, 3-5 minutes. Gently turn salmon over and allow to cook another 2-4 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter and keep warm.
4. For the vegetables: Return the skillet to medium heat and heat 15 ml (1 tablespoon) olive oil. Add the tom,atoes, olives, and cucumber, and cook until the tomatoes are heated and wilting, 5-7 minutes. Add lemon juice and most of the remaining herbs, saving some of the herbs for garnish. To serve, spoon the vegetables over the salmon, sprinkle with feta cheese, and garnish with remaining herb mixture.
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John Oz Layne
Oz moved to Atlanta, Georgia in 1999 and began performing music. A health scare in 2018 led him to discover the healing properties of food. Oz is on a journey like the story from which his moniker – Oz – was derived. Oz followed the “Yellow Brick Road” of food and discovered healing with it. This led to the moment he knew he had to help others do the same. From this, Great Urban Eats™ was born.
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I love how this meal has so many ways to cook it. The fact that it’s easy, healthy, and filling is just added bonus!
Looks delicious! Can’t wait to make it
As a long time friend we have gone back and forth and created many dishes ,I’m glad to see hard work ,determination, to succeed and create spectacular recipes, keep striving my friend
I love Salmon…so I excited to try this preparation of it!
Thank You Jason. Simple, Healthy, and Fulfilling is what I go for! I appreciate you taking the time to comment. Have a Great Day!!
I think my Labor Day weekend is now going to have salmon! Thanks Oz
Tried out the recipe and it turned out amazing!!!!
Looks Delicious!! Heading to the store for ingredients :-)
This looks amazing! Can’t wait to try this recipe!
This looks delicious! I’ve been trying to eat healthier, and this looks like a great recipe to try!!
Sounds delicious…. And so many ways to make it… Can’t wait to try….
Haven’t made salmon in years! Now I have a new recipe to try! Love it! Thank you!
The family said it look delicious.
Looks AMAZING!!! I’m going to have to try this out.
As Someone Who Luvz Salmon Itz Awayz Refreshing To Hav New Wayz To Prepare It…
Looks spectacular! I have my go to dishes for healthy food but finding something that’s hearty and healthy at the same time is rare. If you feel full you feel satisfied and when you’re satisfied it’s much easier to stay on the healthy path. I can’t wait to try it!
I’m making this next weekend!
Looks delicious. I will definitely have to try this out
This looks good! I am so proud that you are getting your due recognition. I will try this. Happy for you my brother.
I can’t wait to make this!! OZ has some great recipes and I am so glad I joined his Facebook page “Feed me now”. Can’t say enough about all the people who post there with their great recipes! Keep it up my friend!