Salmon with Walnut Spinach Stuffing

Ingredients

• 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp minced onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 4 cups chopped spinach
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 2 tsp lemon zest
• 1/4 cup shredded old cheddar cheese
• 1 lb salmon fillet, skinned, bones removed
• salt and pepper

Directions

1. In large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until tender but not browned. Stir in garlic, spinach, salt and pepper and cook for another  three minutes. Remove from heat.
2. Add cooked rice and lemon zest to spinach and stir until well combined.
3. Spread spinach mixture evenly over salmon and sprinkle with cheese and walnuts. Roll up gently using toothpicks or butcher’s twine to secure.
4. Place walnut stuffed salmon on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and bake in a 375ºF (190ºC) oven until fish is cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
5. Transfer to cutting board and let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with steamed seasonal vegetables or Festive Christmas Salad (see recipe below). Serves 4.

Recipe based on besthealthmag.ca