Description
Indulge in the elegant delight of Salmon Wellingtons, where flaky puff pastry envelops succulent wild-caught salmon, creamy spinach, and fresh dill. This gourmet dish is perfect for impressing dinner guests or treating yourself on a cozy night in. With its stunning presentation and rich flavors, Salmon Wellingtons transform any meal into a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 skinless salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 egg (beaten with a splash of water for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Sauté chopped spinach in a pan over medium heat until wilted, about 3 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sautéed spinach, dill, and lemon zest.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares large enough for salmon and filling.
- Place a salmon fillet on each square, top with filling, fold over, and seal edges with a fork. Brush with egg wash.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg