Salmon Wellingtons
Salmon Wellingtons are a delightful fusion of flaky pastry and succulent salmon, making them the perfect dish to impress at any gathering. These elegant parcels are filled with a creamy spinach mixture, enhancing the rich flavor of the salmon. Easy to prepare yet sophisticated in presentation, they are sure to be a hit at your dinner table. Serve them hot with lemon wedges for a burst of freshness that will leave your guests craving more.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tsp water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté fresh spinach until wilted, then remove from heat and mix in cream cheese, dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into large squares.
- Place a spoonful of the spinach mixture on each pastry square, top with a salmon fillet, and fold the corners over to seal.
- Mix egg yolk with water and brush over each Wellington for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve hot with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider searing the salmon briefly before wrapping it in pastry.
- Feel free to substitute salmon with another fish or add different vegetables like mushrooms or asparagus for variety.
- To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze before baking.