Salmon Stuffed in Puff Pastry

Indulge in the perfect marriage of elegance and flavor with this Salmon Stuffed in Puff Pastry recipe. Succulent salmon fillets are embraced by a golden, flaky puff pastry and layered with a luxurious spread of cream cheese infused with fresh dill, chopped spinach, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic. This impressive yet surprisingly easy dish makes for a show-stopping centerpiece, perfect for a romantic dinner or an upscale gathering. With its crisp, buttery exterior and tender, flavorful filling, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in just 50 minutes. Serve with a fresh side salad or a velvety lemon butter sauce for a meal that’s as sophisticated as it is satisfying. Keywords: salmon in puff pastry, elegant salmon recipe, salmon dinner idea, flaky pastry salmon, stuffed salmon recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each, skinless) salmon fillet
• 1 pack (2 sheets) frozen puff pastry sheets
• 4 oz (softened) cream cheese
• 1 cup (chopped) baby spinach
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 2 tbsp (chopped) fresh dill
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 large (beaten, for egg wash) egg
• 1 tsp (divided) salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp (for dusting) all-purpose flour

Directions

Step 1

Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to the package instructions, usually about 30–40 minutes at room temperature, until pliable.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 3

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one puff pastry sheet slightly to ensure it will wrap properly around the salmon fillets.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon zest, 0.5 tsp of salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.

Step 5

Pat the salmon fillets dry using paper towels. Season both sides with the remaining 0.5 tsp of salt.

Step 6

Lay one puff pastry sheet on your work surface. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture at the center of the pastry, ensuring it’s slightly smaller than the size of the salmon fillet.

Step 7

Place one salmon fillet on top of the spinach mixture. Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the beaten egg to act as glue.

Step 8

Fold the puff pastry over the salmon, sealing the edges tightly by pressing them together. Trim any excess pastry, then crimp the edges with a fork for decoration.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the second pastry sheet and salmon fillet.

Step 10

Transfer the salmon parcels to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops and sides thoroughly with the beaten egg.

Step 11

Using a small sharp knife, score light diagonal lines on the top of each parcel for decoration, being careful not to cut through the pastry fully.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or a lemon butter sauce for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(665.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2028.1

Total Fat 145.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.4g
Cholesterol 568.8mg	0%
Sodium 4293.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g	0%
Total Sugars 5.7g
Protein 109.0g	0%

Vitamin D 1918.0IU	0%
Calcium 241.8mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1935.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.3%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 14.3%