This Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon elevates dinner to restaurant-quality elegance with tender salmon fillets butterflied and filled with a luxurious mixture of crab, shrimp, cream cheese, and fresh herbs. Baked until the salmon is flaky and the stuffing is golden, then finished with a bright hint of lemon, this dish delivers layers of rich seafood flavor in every bite. It’s the kind of impressive entrée that makes any occasion feel special.
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Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon
Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon is rich, elegant, and full of coastal flavor—perfect for a showstopping dinner.
4
servings20
minutes25
minutes450
kcal45
minutesIngredients
4 fillets salmon
1/2 cup crab meat
1/2 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 medium green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with oil or non-stick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, green onion, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Place the salmon fillets on a cutting board, and using a sharp knife, make a slit along the side of each fillet to create a pocket.
- Spoon the crab and shrimp stuffing into each pocket, making sure not to overfill. Gently press the sides of the salmon to seal.
- Transfer the stuffed salmon fillets into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve warm with your choice of sides. Enjoy your delicious crab and shrimp stuffed salmon!
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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