Flounder Spinach Bake
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Flounder Spinach Bake, a rich and flavorful seafood dish that's as easy to prepare as it is impressive. Tender flounder fillets rest atop a bed of garlicky sautéed spinach, all smothered in a creamy blend of cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan, and a touch of lemon juice for a zesty finish. A sprinkle of paprika and a drizzle of olive oil add warmth and depth, while the quick bake time ensures perfectly flaky fish every time. Ready in just 40 minutes, this low-carb, protein-packed recipe is perfect for busy nights or elegant entertaining. Serve it with a crisp side salad or buttery roasted vegetables for a complete, mouthwatering meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces flounder fillets
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice until smooth. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Spread the cooked spinach evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Arrange the flounder fillets on top of the spinach. Drizzle with olive oil and season with the remaining salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the flounder fillets using a spatula or spoon.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1513 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.6 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.3 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 3575 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 103.5 g | 207% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 824 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 979 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
