Salmon en Croute
Indulge in the elegance of Salmon en Croute, a classic French-inspired dish that’s perfect for a special dinner or a touch of luxury on a weeknight. This recipe features succulent salmon fillets coated with Dijon mustard and enveloped in flaky, golden puff pastry. A creamy spinach filling, enhanced with fresh dill, lemon juice, and cream cheese, adds a burst of flavor and a gourmet touch. Quick and easy to prepare in just under an hour, this show-stopping dish is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to restaurant-quality cuisine at home. Pair it with a crisp side salad or steamed asparagus for a complete, satisfying meal. Keywords: Salmon en Croute, French inspired recipe, puff pastry salmon, gourmet dinner, easy salmon recipe, special occasion meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 pieces puff pastry sheets
- 150 grams cream cheese
- 200 grams fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, then squeeze out excess moisture and chop finely.
In a bowl, mix chopped spinach with cream cheese, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Unroll the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet in half to make 4 rectangles.
Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard onto each salmon fillet. Place a salmon fillet in the center of each pastry rectangle.
Top the salmon with the spinach mixture evenly spread across the four fillets.
Fold the pastry over the salmon, encasing it completely, and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
Beat the egg and brush over the pastry to give it a glossy finish.
Place the salmon parcels on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
Remove from the oven and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve hot, alongside a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.6 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.6 g | 263% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 571 mg | 190% | |
| Sodium | 4626 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 131.7 g | 263% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 422 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
