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Salmon Wellington

Savory Salmon Wellington with Creamy Spinach Delight

Impress your guests with this Salmon Wellington, an elegant dish featuring salmon and creamy spinach enveloped in flaky pastry.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with butter for richer flavor.
  • 1 small Onion Yellow or white onion works interchangeably.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach Can substitute with frozen spinach (thawed and drained).
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Ricotta or goat cheese can serve as alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Use dried dill in smaller amounts if fresh isn't available.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Salmon Ingredients
  • 2 6 oz Salmon Fillets Skinless, fresh or well-thawed frozen.
Pastry Ingredients
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Ensure adequately thawed; phyllo dough can be used for a different texture.
  • 1 large Egg Beaten, for egg wash.
Serving Ingredients
  • Fresh Lemon Wedges To serve alongside the Salmon Wellington.

Equipment

  • Medium Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Sauté one finely chopped small onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add 4 cups of fresh baby spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture with 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper and mix until combined.
  5. Pat 2 salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  6. Roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface, cutting it into four 6-inch squares.
  7. Place a quarter of the spinach mixture in the center of each pastry square and top with a salmon fillet. Fold pastry over to encase the filling and pinch edges to seal.
  8. Score shallow cuts in a crisscross pattern on top of each Wellington. Brush with beaten egg.
  9. Transfer to the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and the internal temperature of the salmon reaches 145°F (63°C).
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure spinach mixture cools completely before mixing with cream cheese to prevent soggy pastry. Bake on a preheated baking sheet for a crispier crust.

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