Description
Flaky puff pastry filled with creamy salmon, spinach, and rice for a warm, elegant main dish.
Ingredients
2 salmon fillets (about 8 oz total)
1 1/2 cups cooked rice
2 cups fresh spinach
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
3 oz cream cheese
1 tsp lemon zest
2 eggs (1 for filling, 1 for brushing)
1 tbsp fresh dill (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet.
2. Bake or poach salmon until just cooked; flake and cool.
3. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil; add spinach until wilted.
4. Combine salmon, rice, spinach mixture, cream cheese, lemon zest, 1 egg, dill, salt, and pepper.
5. Roll out 1 sheet puff pastry on baking sheet; spoon filling into center.
6. Top with second sheet; seal and crimp edges.
7. Brush with beaten egg and cut small slits for steam.
8. Bake 25–30 minutes until golden and puffed.
9. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use chilled pastry for best results.
Make ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Serve with lemon wedges or dill sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European