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Salmon Wellington

Savory Salmon Wellington with Creamy Spinach Delight

This Salmon Wellington features tender salmon and creamy spinach, perfectly wrapped in flaky pastry for an unforgettable meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Wellingtons
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil substitute with butter for flavor
  • 1 small Onion finely chopped; shallots can be used as an alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; fresh garlic preferred
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach frozen can be used if well-drained
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese substitute with ricotta for lighter texture
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill dried dill can be used in lesser quantities
  • to taste Salt enhances flavors
  • to taste Pepper enhances flavors
For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon (skinless) any firm white fish can be substituted
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry phyllo dough is an alternative
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) for egg wash; use vegan option if desired

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  4. In a bowl, combine the spinach mixture with cream cheese and fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper, mixing until well combined.
  5. Dry salmon fillets with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  6. On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to ¼ inch thick and cut into four squares.
  7. Place a quarter of the spinach mixture in the center of each pastry square, followed by a salmon fillet. Fold pastry over to seal, pinching edges.
  8. Score decorative slits on top of each Wellington and brush with beaten egg.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until pastry is golden brown and salmon reaches 145°F (63°C).
  10. Let Wellingtons rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1WellingtonCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure spinach mixture is cool before combining with cream cheese to avoid soggy pastry. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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