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Seafood Stuffed Salmon with Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Asparagus

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This Seafood Stuffed Salmon with Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Asparagus is a decadent, restaurant-worthy meal made at home. Juicy salmon fillets are stuffed with a creamy shrimp and crab mixture, paired with cheesy mashed potatoes and garlicky asparagus for a stunning, flavorful dish.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • For the Salmon & Stuffing:
  • 2 large salmon fillets
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 1/2 cup lump crab meat
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • For the Parmesan Mashed Potatoes:
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Sautéed Asparagus:
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt and black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Seafood Stuffing: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add shrimp and cook until pink, 2–3 minutes. Stir in crab, Cajun seasoning, paprika, and onion powder. Remove from heat. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, Parmesan, parsley, lemon juice, and optional Panko. Fold in seafood mixture and set aside.
  2. Stuff & Bake the Salmon: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut a pocket in the thickest part of each salmon fillet. Stuff generously with seafood mixture and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 15–18 minutes until salmon is flaky and cooked through.
  3. Make the Mashed Potatoes: Boil potatoes in salted water for 15 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter, heavy cream, Parmesan, and seasoning.
  4. Sauté the Asparagus: Heat olive oil and butter in a pan. Add asparagus and garlic, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Serve: Plate salmon over mashed potatoes with asparagus on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Add sriracha to the stuffing for extra heat.
  • Substitute Gruyère or mozzarella for Parmesan if preferred.
  • Swap asparagus for green beans or Brussels sprouts when not in season.
  • Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or omit for a gluten-free version.
  • Top with Cajun cream or garlic lemon butter for added richness.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking & Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (1 stuffed fillet, potatoes, asparagus)
  • Calories: 690
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 21g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 185mg

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