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Creamy Zucchini and Salmon Gratin

Creamy Zucchini and Salmon Gratin
Flaky salmon and tender zucchini layered with a bright citrus cheese sauce create an elegant yet simple baked dish. The creamy texture stays light thanks to lemon zest cutting through the richness making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions without complicated techniques.
Ingredients
  • 200g (1 1/2 cups) fresh or frozen and thawed salmon fillet cut into 5 cm (2 inch) pieces
  • 400g (2 medium) zucchini sliced into 3 mm (1/8 inch) thick rounds
  • 100g (2/3 cup) crumbled feta cheese
  • 100g (3/4 cup) crumbled fresh goat cheese
  • 240 ml (1 cup) heavy cream
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F)

2. Arrange zucchini slices in a single layer on a wire rack Sprinkle lightly with salt and let drain 15 minutes Pat dry with paper towels

3. In a medium bowl combine feta cheese goat cheese heavy cream and lemon zest Season with salt and pepper to taste

4. In a 20x15 cm (8x6 inch) oven-safe dish layer half the zucchini slices Top with half the salmon pieces then half the cheese mixture Repeat with remaining zucchini salmon and cheese mixture ending with cheese

5. Bake 25 to 30 minutes until top is golden and salmon reaches 63°C internally

6. Rest 5 minutes before serving Garnish with extra lemon zest if desired

Tools
  • oven
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • spoon
  • oven-safe dish

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