This easy air fryer spinach stuffed salmon also features Boursin cheese and sun dried tomatoes for creaminess, acidity, and delicious savory flavors. It cooks up in under 15 minutes, making it perfect for an easy weeknight meal, yet elegant enough for company!
I love making salmon in the air fryer, and this recipe is no exception. Salmon filets are stuffed with a spinach, cheese, and tomato mixture and then air fried to perfection in under 15 minutes.
This recipe is inspired by the viral one pan creamy salmon pasta bake, but instead of serving it over pasta (though you could if you wanted), I’m stuffing the same flavors inside the fish itself. It’s equally easy and delicious, plus naturally low carb!
If you don’t have the time to prepare your own filling, you can always shortcut it with spinach dips too (which is a great way to use up leftovers from game day)! I’ll give you some options for that below as well.
Ingredients List
1 pound salmon filets (defrosted if frozen)
5.2-ounce block Boursin cheese (I use garlic and herb)
1 cup chopped spinach (thawed if frozen and drained)
1 tsp minced garlic
1 Tbsp sun dried tomatoes, chopped (about 4 halves)
1 Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt (or to taste)
½ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp paprika
Ingredient Tips and Substitutions
I use skinless salmon for this, but you can use skin-on if preferred. Look for wider slices or filets when possible, as this will make stuffing them easier
You can use any flavor Boursin you like (shallot and chive is another great choice). Also feel free to substitute cream cheese, ricotta cheese, or cottage cheese instead
Instead of sun dried tomatoes, you can use a handful of fresh grape or cherry tomatoes (halved)
All seasonings are adjustable to taste (and you can omit/swap anything you don’t like). If you use an onion-flavor cheese, then swap the onion powder for garlic on the outside
Dip filling option: Instead of making your own filling, you can use about 1 cup of spinach and artichoke or spinach dip! This is a great way to repurpose leftovers (and saves time)
Step By Step Instructions
Pat the salmon dry, remove skin if desired (optional) and then slice the salmon vertically, leaving about ¼” at the bottom to hold it together
Rub the salmon in the olive oil, and then season all sides with the salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika
In a bowl, combine the Boursin, drained spinach, garlic, and sun dried tomatoes, and mix together
Place about ¼ cup (depending on size of each fish piece) of the cheese mixture into the cut on the salmon, pressing it in well and mounding it up evenly (repeat for each piece of salmon)
Add the stuffed salmon to your air fryer’s basket or rack in a single layer, with space between each one for air flow
Cook on the air fry setting at 375°F (or 380°F, depending on available settings) for 10-15 minutes, until salmon is cooked through and cheese is browned. The salmon should flake easily with a fork, or reach at least 145°F per USDA guidelines for food safety
Serve hot with your favorite sides!
What to Serve With Spinach Stuffed Salmon
Rice
Cauliflower rice
Quinoa
Risotto
Couscous
Farro
Pasta
Zoodles
Spaghetti squash
Roasted sweet potatoes
Mashed potatoes
Fingerling potatoes
Hasselback potatoes
Ravioli
Green salad
Spinach salad
Stuffed mushrooms
Fried artichoke hearts
Garlic knots
There are lots of great sides (or appetizers) to serve alongside spinach stuffed salmon! Choose what best compliments your seasonings, your preferences, or your dietary needs.
What Is Air Fryer Salmon with Spinach, and How Is It Prepared?
Air fryer salmon with spinach is a flavorful dish featuring salmon filets cooked in the air fryer. They may either be stuffed with a spinach mixture, or served atop a bed of sauteed spinach if preferred.
To serve on the side, cook the salmon in the air fryer and while it is cooking, sautée the spinach with garlic and olive oil in a pan on the stove as a flavorful side.
Can I Use Frozen Salmon Filets for Making Air Fryer Salmon with Spinach?
While fresh is great, frozen salmon is absolutely fine for making air fryer salmon and spinach.
Just ensure that frozen filets are properly thawed before cooking and patted dry to reduce excess moisture.
What Seasonings and Herbs Pair Well with Air Fryer Spinach Stuffed Salmon to Enhance the Flavor?
Seasonings such as garlic powder, lemon zest, dill, paprika, and black pepper complement the natural flavors of salmon.
Fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or rosemary can also be added to the fish or spinach mixture for an extra burst of flavor.
What Is the Ideal Cooking Time and Temperature for Air Frying Salmon Filets in the Air Fryer?
Generally, salmon is cooked at 400°F in the air fryer. However, with a cheese filling, it is better to reduce to 375°F-380°F to prevent overbrowning. This increases the cooking time to about 12-15 minutes, depending on your air fryer and the size of your fish.
The internal temperature of the salmon should reach 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption.
Can I Add Other Vegetables or Ingredients to the Spinach Mixture?
Absolutely! You can customize your spinach filling by adding ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, diced onions, artichokes, or roasted red peppers.
Try different types of cheese, herbs, and seasonings to make it your own.
What Are the Nutritional Benefits of Salmon and Spinach?
Air fryer salmon with spinach has lots of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.
The salmon is rich in heart-healthy fats, while spinach provides fiber, vitamins A and C, and iron.
Can I Make Air Fryer Spinach Stuffed Salmon in Advance and Reheat It Later?
Air fryer salmon with spinach can be made in advance and reheated later for convenience.
Store the cooked salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, then reheat gently in the air fryer (around 5 minutes at 375°F) or microwave before serving.
Recipe Pro Tips
You do not need to flip the salmon during cooking, as that would cause the filling to spill out
I cooked my spinach stuffed salmon at 375°F for 13 minutes total without preheating in my Ninja air fryer and it was perfectly cooked (verified via instant read thermometer). Other brands of air fryer will vary, and of course the size of your specific salmon filets can change that too
If you do preheat your air fryer, start with 2 minutes less cooking time to compensate
Storage and Reheating Tips
Store any leftover spinach and salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days
To Reheat Salmon in the Air Fryer, place a portion in the air fryer and heat for about 5 minutes at 375°F. Actual time can vary slightly by air fryer and by the size of your specific piece of fish
This air fryer spinach stuffed salmon is a delicious and simple dinner option, coming in under 15 minutes of cooking time! It’s easy enough for a weeknight, but elegant enough to serve to company.
Juicy, seasoned salmon is packed with a mix of spinach, Boursin cheese, and sun dried tomatoes, and roasted to perfection in your air fryer.
I like to serve mine with a side of rice, but it goes equally well with other grains and pasta. In fact, you could always cut it up after cooking and mix it in with freshly cooked pasta, akin to the TikTok trending baked salmon pasta recipe!
If you enjoy the flavors in this recipe, make sure to check out my Air Fryer Stuffed Tomatoes recipe, which also features Boursin. It makes a perfect appetizer to go along with this meal!
Air Fryer Spinach Stuffed Salmon With Boursin & Tomatoes
This easy air fryer spinach stuffed salmon recipe features creamy Boursin cheese and tomatoes for a savory delight. It cooks up juicy and delicious in under 15 minutes!
5.2Ounceblock Boursin cheese(I use garlic and herb flavor)
1Cupchopped spinach(thawed if frozen and drained)
1Tspminced garlic
1Tbspsun dried tomatoes, chopped(about 4 halves)
1Tbspolive oil
½Tspsalt(or to taste)
½Tspblack pepper(or to taste)
½Tsppaprika
½Tsponion powder
Instructions
Pat the salmon dry, remove skin if desired (optional), and then slice the salmon vertically, leaving about ¼” at the bottom to hold it together
1 Pound salmon filets
Rub the salmon in the olive oil, and then season all sides with the salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika
1 Tbsp olive oil, ½ Tsp salt, ½ Tsp black pepper, ½ Tsp paprika, ½ Tsp onion powder
In a bowl, combine the Boursin, drained spinach, garlic, and sun dried tomatoes, and mix together
5.2 Ounce block Boursin cheese, 1 Cup chopped spinach, 1 Tsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp sun dried tomatoes, chopped
Place about ¼ cup (depending on size of each fish piece) of the cheese mixture into the cut on the salmon, pressing it in well and mounding it up evenly (repeat for each piece of salmon)
Add the stuffed salmon to your air fryer’s basket or rack in a single layer, with space between each one for air flow
Cook on the air fry setting at 375°F (or 380°F, depending on available settings) for 10-15 minutes, until salmon is cooked through and cheese is browned. The salmon should flake easily with a fork, or reach at least 145°F per USDA guidelines for food safety
Serve hot with your favorite sides!
Notes
I use skinless salmon for this, but you can use skin-on if preferred. Look for wider slices or filets when possible, as this will make stuffing them easier
You can use any flavor Boursin you like (shallot and chive is another great choice). Also feel free to substitute cream cheese, ricotta cheese, or cottage cheese instead
Instead of sun dried tomatoes, you can use a handful of fresh grape or cherry tomatoes (halved or quartered)
All seasonings are adjustable to taste (and you can omit/swap anything you don’t like). If you use an onion-flavor cheese, then swap the onion powder for garlic on the outside
Dip filling option: Instead of making your own filling, you can use about 1 cup of spinach and artichoke or spinach dip. This is a great way to repurpose leftovers!
You do not need to flip the salmon during cooking, as that would cause the filling to spill out
I cooked my spinach stuffed salmon at 375°F for 13 minutes total without preheating in my Ninja air fryer and it was perfectly cooked (verified via instant read thermometer). Other brands of air fryer will vary, and of course the size of your specific salmon filets can change that too
If you do preheat your air fryer, start with 2 minutes less cooking time to compensate
Store any leftover spinach and salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days
To reheat Salmon with spinach in the air fryer, place a portion in the air fryer and heat for about 5 minutes at 375°F. Actual time can vary slightly by air fryer and by the size of your specific piece of fish
Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, size of fish pieces, any adjustments or sides added, and actual quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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