This Creamy Spinach Salmon Wellington is a gourmet dish, that is surprisingly, easy to prepare. Imagine tender salmon, wrapped in a golden puff pastry with a creamy spinach and cheese surprise inside. It’s the kind of salmon dish that makes you look like a kitchen pro, with minimal effort. Easily, prep this elegant salmon recipe ahead of time and bake when you are ready!
If you love this variation of a Salmon En Croute recipe, you must try my Easy Individual Beef Wellington!
How to Choose the Perfect Salmon Filet
Salmon provides a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids which promotes heart health, reduces inflammation, supports cognitive function, along with many other health benefits.
Typically, Faroe Island salmon is my go-to when creating salmon recipes. This type of salmon is farm-raised. However, it is raised in a contained area of the salmon’s natural habitat. The fat lines in this salmon make it difficult to overcook, and become dry.
If you are looking for a sustainable, wild-caught salmon alternative, King (Chinook) salmon is a great substitute. Sockeye salmon has a rich flavor and texture and is another great alternative.
Salmon Substitutes
- Arctic char
- Steelhead Salmon
Given the richness of this Wellington dish, opt for a smaller portion of salmon.
Ingredients/Substitutions
- Salmon: Cod or halibut would be great alternatives.
- Puff Pastry: Use refrigerated or frozen puff pastry. Be sure to properly thaw and allow extra time if using frozen. Easily substitute with phyllo dough.
- Baby Spinach: Fresh is best, but you can substitute with frozen spinach. Thaw properly and squeeze out excess water. Swiss chard or kale can be substituted for a heartier green.
- Shallot: Red or yellow onion can be used for a slightly different onion flavor. Caramelize the shallots for a sweeter touch.
- Whipped Cream Cheese: Use softened, regular cream cheese as an alternative.
- Parmesan Cheese: Easily substitute with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor, or Gruyère for a nutty undertone.
- Egg Wash: Milk or heavy cream can be used instead.
- Herbs: Add fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme or dill) to the spinach mixture.
- Sesame Seeds: Top the egg washed puff pastry with sesame seeds for another level of nuttiness.
How to Prepare Salmon Wellington
The preparation of this gourmet salmon dinner unfolds effortlessly:
- Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C).
- In a pan, heat the olive oil. Add the spinach, garlic and shallots, Sauté until just the spinach is just wilted.
- Transfer to a bowl.
- Add in the cream cheese, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well. Set aside.
- Season the salmon filets on both sides with the remaining salt and pepper.
- Cut the puff pastry sheet in half, so you have to vertical pieces.
- Place a salmon filet in the middle of one of the sheets.
- Top with a generous spoonful of the spinach mixture.
- Fold the pastry over the salmon, trim the edges and tuck remaining edges under. Repeat for the second piece of salmon.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cut slits in the pastry for venting.
- In a small bowl, combine the egg and water. Brush onto the entire pastry surface.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, and salmon reaches an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C).
How to Serve and Store Creamy Spinach Salmon Wellington
Serve this Creamy Spinach Salmon Wellington as the centerpiece of dinner. Simply pair with any of the following:
- Almond rice pilaf
- a crisp salad
- steamed or roasted vegetables
- roasted baby potatoes
Leftovers: To store leftovers, wrap individual portions of the puff pastry encrusted salmon in aluminum foil. Refrigerate for up to two days.
- For longer storage, freeze the Wellington in an airtight container.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
More Creamy Salmon Recipes to Love
- Phyllo Wrapped Spinach Salmon
- Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Salmon with Roasted Potatoes
- Creamy Lobster Pot Pie
- Salmon with Lobster Newburg
Creamy Spinach Salmon Wellington
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
This Creamy Spinach Salmon Wellington is a gourmet dish, that is surprisingly, easy to prepare. Imagine tender salmon, wrapped in a golden puff pastry with a creamy spinach and cheese surprise inside.
Ingredients
- 2, 5-6 ounce salmon filets, skin removed
- 1 large sheet puff pastry (about 13.2 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 5-ounces fresh baby spinach
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 4-ounces whipped cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C).
- In a pan, heat the olive oil. Add the spinach, minced garlic and shallots.
- Sauté until the spinach is just wilted.
- Transfer to a bowl.
- Add in the cream cheese, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well. Set aside.
- Season the salmon filets on both sides with the remaining salt and pepper.
- Cut the puff pastry sheet in half, so you have to vertical pieces.
- Place a seasoned salmon filet in the middle of one of the puff pastry sheets.
- Top with a generous spoonful of the spinach mixture.
- Fold the pastry over the salmon, trim the edges and tuck remaining edges under. Repeat for the remaining piece of salmon.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cut slits in the pastry for venting.
- In a small bowl, combine the egg and water. Brush the egg wash onto the entire pastry surface.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature of the salmon is 125°F (52°C).
- Allow to rest a few minutes before serving.
- ENJOY!
Equipment
Notes
- Thaw frozen puff pastry according to package instructions before starting.
- Feel free to season the salmon filets to your preference.
- Sauté spinach, garlic, and shallots just until wilted.
- Customize the spinach-cheese filling with different cheeses, additional herbs or sautéed mushrooms.
- Work swiftly with puff pastry to maintain a cold, flaky texture.
- Cut slits in the pastry to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Monitor baking time closely to prevent over-browning. The pastry should be golden.
- Bake times will vary depending on the thickness of the salmon.
- For good measure, bake until the internal temperature of the salmon reaches 125° (52°C). The salmon will continue cooking in the pastry while resting.
- Allow the Wellington to rest a few minutes before slicing.
- For leftovers, store in foil or airtight containers and reheat in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Fish and Seafood
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: Seafood
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