Whether steamed, baked or fried – we simply can't get enough of salmon! The popular fish is not only super healthy and delicious, but can also be prepared in a variety of ways. And if you still don't know what to serve as a main dish for Christmas, then you'll love our recipe for salmon in puff pastry with spinach! For the ultimate enjoyment, we'll give you bonus ideas for delicious sauces and side dishes that go perfectly with it!
Whether with salads, pasta or in quick everyday stir-fries – we always like salmon and we love trying out different recipes with it. With its high content of healthy fats and vitamins D, B3, B6 and B12, salmon makes a valuable contribution to a healthy and balanced diet. And since Christmas dinner can be a little more unusual, this year we're treating ourselves to a juicy salmon in puff pastry with spinach!
Nice and juicy on the inside and super crispy on the outside - our recipe for salmon in puff pastry with spinach and cream cheese (also known as salmon Wellington) is avery special dishand perfect for a celebratory dinner. We promise you – serve it at Christmas and all your guests will be delighted.
Ingredients for 4 servings
- 800 grams of salmon fillet
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped finely
- 80 grams of breadcrumbs
- 230 grams of cream cheese
- 280 grams of fresh spinach
- 60 grams of Parmesan, grated
- 1 No
- 1 roll of puff pastry
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 20 Gramm Butter
- Salt and pepper for the spinach and salmon
preparation
- Preheat the oven to 220 degrees and line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic and onion for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
- Add spinach and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the breadcrumbs, parmesan, cream cheese and dill to the pan and mix everything well until you get a homogeneous mixture.
- Roll out the puff pastry and place the salmon fillet in the middle. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Cover the salmon evenly with the spinach mixture.
- Fold the sides of the puff pastry toward the center, starting with the two short sides and then the longer sides.
- To keep the package tightly sealed, lightly press the puff pastry together with your fingers.
- Next, prop the puff pastry roll on the baking sheet so that the folded side is down.
- Cut the roll crosswise with a sharp knife.
- Beat the egg lightly and brush it over the puff pastry.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown and remove from the oven.
- And voilà – your delicious salmon in puff pastry with spinach and cream cheese is ready.
Also try:Prepare asparagus in puff pastry with these quick recipes
What sauces to serve with salmon?
A delicious and creamy sauce gives every dish a special touch. To take your salmon in puff pastry to the next level, we have a few ideas for sauces that go perfectly with it.
Dillsauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dried dill
- 70 grams of sour cream
- 60 grams of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon each garlic powder and sugar
- Salt
Lemon sauce
- The juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot
- 1 EL Mehl
- 120 ml white wine or vegetable stock
- 100 Gram Fresh cream
- Heat olive oil in a pan and fry shallots for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with flour and fry briefly while stirring. Add lemon juice and zest and wine and simmer for about 5-7 minutes. Finally add crème fraîche and mix well.
You might also be interested in:Puff pastry in the sandwich maker: quick ideas for delicious snacks
Senfsauce
- 60 Gramm Mayonnaise
- 20 grams of Dijon mustard
- 20 grams of mustard, mild
- 15 grams of honey
Cilantro lime sauce
- 120 grams of sour cream
- 3 spring onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped (if you don't like cilantro, you can use chives instead)
- The juice and zest of 1 lime
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
Make your own tartar sauce
Instead of buying the ready-made sauce again, you can easily make tartar sauce yourself.
- 100 Gramm Mayonnaise
- 100 grams of Greek yogurt
- 10 grams of mustard
- 20 grams of capers
- 3 pickles
- 1/4 bunch each of fresh parsley and chives
- 10 grams of sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Matching side dishes for the salmon in puff pastry
Each main course is served firstthe right side dishreally complete. And if you have no idea what to serve with your salmon in puff pastry, we have put together a few ideas for you.
- Give salmon a French twist with a classic ratatouille
- Green beans wrapped in bacon
- Glazed carrots from the oven
- Assorted oven-baked vegetables are always a safe choice
- Classic mashed potatoes
- Baked broccoli with parmesan
- Crispy fried potatoes or potato wedges
- OurMediterranean couscous saladwith feta would also go well with it
- Classic kale salad
- Apple and cabbage salad
Also interesting:Christmas puff pastry recipes: try these sweet and savory delicacies!
