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Spinach Roll with Cream Cheese and Smoked Trout

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A vibrant and elegant spinach roulade filled with tangy cream cheese, fresh lemon zest, aromatic thyme, and delicate slices of lightly salted smoked trout—a perfect appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 100 g cooked and well-drained spinach
  • 5 eggs (room temperature, grade C1)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 50 g extra virgin olive oil
  • 300 g cold cream cheese (Philadelphia or similar)
  • 150 g cold heavy cream for whipping
  • Zest of 1 lemon (juice not needed)
  • 7–10 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only
  • 200 g thin slices of lightly salted smoked trout

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine cooked spinach and eggs until smooth.
  3. Add salt, white pepper, baking powder, and olive oil; blend until fully combined.
  4. Pour batter onto prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly to form a thin layer.
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until batter is set and slightly golden.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  7. Whip cream cheese until smooth in a mixing bowl.
  8. In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream to stiff peaks.
  9. Gently fold whipped cream, lemon zest, and thyme leaves into cream cheese until combined.
  10. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over cooled spinach base.
  11. Arrange smoked trout slices evenly over cream cheese layer.
  12. Carefully roll the spinach base from one side to the other to form a tight roulade.
  13. Chill roll for at least 1 hour before slicing.
  14. Garnish with extra thyme leaves and lemon zest if desired.

Notes

  • Ensure spinach is well-drained to avoid soggy batter.
  • Use room temperature eggs for better blending.
  • Chilling the roll helps it set and makes slicing easier.
  • Fresh thyme leaves add aromatic flavor; substitute with dried if unavailable but reduce quantity.

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