Salmon with Puff Pastry and Pesto
Elevate your dinner table with this impressive yet surprisingly simple Salmon with Puff Pastry and Pesto recipe. Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets embraced by golden, buttery puff pastry, this dish delivers both elegance and flavor in every bite. The addition of vibrant pesto sauce adds an herby, garlicky richness that perfectly complements the salmon, while a light egg wash ensures the pastry bakes up beautifully crisp and golden. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for entertaining or transforming weeknight meals into a gourmet experience. Pair it with a fresh side of mixed greens and a squeeze of lemon for a balanced and satisfying dish that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Keywords: salmon puff pastry recipe, salmon en croûte, pesto salmon recipe, elegant salmon dinner, easy gourmet recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (skinless)
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 8 tablespoons pesto sauce
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 cups mixed greens (optional, for serving)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
Season the salmon fillets with salt, black pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Set aside.
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the puff pastry sheets. Cut each sheet in half to create 4 rectangular pieces.
Spread 2 tablespoons of pesto sauce onto the center of each pastry piece, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Place a salmon fillet on top of the pesto on each pastry piece.
Fold the puff pastry over the salmon, sealing the edges by pinching them together with your fingers or using a fork to crimp. Make sure the seams are securely sealed to prevent leaking. Trim any excess pastry if needed.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 teaspoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the top of each pastry parcel with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Using a sharp knife, gently score a few shallow slits on the top of each parcel to allow steam to escape during baking.
Arrange the pastry-wrapped salmon parcels on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the salmon with mixed greens and lemon wedges on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.4 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1049 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.1 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.1 mcg | 80% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1001 mg | 21% | |
*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.
