Description
Salmon Wellingtons are a delightful culinary treat that combines flaky puff pastry with tender salmon and creamy spinach. Infused with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon, these elegant parcels are perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy meal at home. With their golden crust and rich flavors, they bring comfort and nostalgia to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 lb skinless salmon fillet
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (chopped)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 egg (beaten for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Sauté spinach in olive oil over medium heat until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix sautéed spinach, cream cheese, herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to 1/8 inch thick, then cut into squares.
- Place filling and a piece of salmon on each square; fold over and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush each Wellington with beaten egg.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Wellington (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg