Creamy Salmon and Spinach Bake with Dill
Baked salmon fillets nestled in a creamy spinach and dill sauce, combining tender fish with rich flavors in a keto-friendly dish. This mediterranean-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, fresh baby spinach, softened cream cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 4 oz, softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tbsp olive oil. Season 4 salmon fillets evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then place them skin-side down in the dish.
- Step 2: Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 4 cups fresh baby spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Step 3: Remove skillet from heat and stir in 4 oz softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp chopped dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: Pour the creamy spinach mixture evenly over the salmon fillets. Bake uncovered for 15-18 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 5: Serve hot, spooning extra sauce over the salmon.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Salmon and Spinach Bake with Dill take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Salmon and Spinach Bake with Dill?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Salmon and Spinach Bake with Dill?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Salmon and Spinach Bake with Dill for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamy Salmon and Spinach Bake with Dill keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
