Salmon Dutch Baby with Fresh Salad Topping: A Stunning Breakfast, Brunch, or Light Dinner
Looking for a show-stopping recipe that’s both easy and delicious? This Salmon Dutch Baby with Fresh Toppings combines a fluffy, savoury pancake with perfectly cooked salmon and a vibrant medley of fresh toppings. Think creamy burrata, ripe avocado, crisp salad leaves, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all finished with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Simple to make yet sophisticated enough for any occasion, this dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Serve it straight from the skillet and watch it disappear! Tap the ‘Jump to Recipe’ button for the measurements and bring this elegant, wholesome dish to your table today.
Simple Ingredients, Big Flavours
This recipe makes the most of simple ingredients, transforming them into an elegant dish that’s bursting with fresh, wholesome flavours.
Salmon: Perfectly seasoned and baked into the pancake for a light yet satisfying bite.
Eggs, milk, and double cream: Create the fluffy, savoury base of the Dutch baby.
Plain flour and cornflour: Ensure the batter is smooth and slightly crisp around the edges.
Salad leaves, cherry tomatoes, and avocado: Add freshness and a vibrant pop of colour.
Burrata: The creamy, decadent star of the topping.
Balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil: Tie the dish together with a touch of tang and richness.
How to Make a Salmon Dutch Baby
Prepare the Salmon and Batter
Season the cubed salmon generously with salt and pepper.
Using a food processor or an immersion blender, blend the eggs, milk, double cream, melted butter, plain flour, cornflour, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth and lump-free.
Bake the Dutch Baby
Arrange the seasoned salmon in the heated skillet, then pour the batter over the top. Bake, resisting the temptation to open the oven during the first 15 minutes to ensure the pancake rises beautifully.
Top and Serve
Once golden and puffed, let the pancake cool slightly in the skillet. Add salad leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and burrata on top. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, sprinkle with chilli flakes, and serve warm.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Whether you’re hosting a fancy brunch or enjoying a cosy dinner, this Salmon Dutch Baby is a versatile and stunning dish that’s sure to impress. Its combination of light, fresh ingredients and satisfying textures makes it a go-to recipe for any gathering or midweek treat.
Instagram Tutorial & More
Want to see the magic come to life? Watch our step-by-step video on Instagram and learn how to make this elegant dish. Looking for more inspiration? Check out other delicious recipes like our Salmon and Cherry Tomato Lavash Bake or Salmon Bites.
This Salmon Dutch Baby is a savoury twist on the classic puffed pancake, featuring tender, perfectly seasoned salmon baked into a golden, fluffy base. Topped with crisp salad leaves, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a luxurious burrata, it’s finished with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and a hint of chilli flakes for a subtle kick. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, this one-pan wonder is as delicious as it is impressive!
Ingredients
For the pancake:
250g salmon (skinless, cubed)
4 eggs
100ml milk
60ml double cream
2tbsp butter (melted)
80g plain flour
1tbsp cornflour
1tsp dried oregano
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)
2tbsp light olive oil
For the topping:
1handful of salad leaves
1handful of cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 ripe avocado (peeled, pitted, and sliced)
1 burrata
1tsp extra virgin olive oil
1pinch of chilli flakes
1drizzle of balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Cube the salmon and season generously with salt and pepper. Preheat the oven to 220°C/430°F. Add 2 tablespoons of light olive oil to a cast-iron skillet and place it in the oven to heat up.
In a blender or food processor, combine the eggs, milk, double cream, melted butter, plain flour, cornflour, oregano, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and lump-free.
Carefully remove the preheated skillet from the oven. Arrange the salmon cubes evenly across the bottom, then pour the batter over the top. Immediately return the skillet to the oven and bake for about 20 minutes. Avoid opening the oven for the first 15 minutes, as this can cause the pancake to deflate.
Once baked and golden, let the pancake cool in the skillet for 5 minutes. Top with salad leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and the burrata. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle with chilli flakes.
Serve warm and enjoy this delicious and eye-catching dish straight from the skillet!
Salmon alternatives: If you prefer, you can substitute the salmon with other fish like trout or even omit it for a vegetarian version.
Oven temperatures: Be sure not to open the oven for the first 15 minutes of baking to prevent the pancake from deflating.
Burrata substitute: If you can’t find burrata, fresh mozzarella or cream cheese can also work well as a substitute.
Serving tips: This dish is best enjoyed immediately after it’s topped, as the pancake will begin to lose its puff over time.
Prepping ahead: You can prepare the salmon and batter in advance and store them separately in the fridge until you're ready to bake. Just assemble and bake when you're ready to serve.
For extra flavour: Add fresh herbs like parsley or dill to the topping for added freshness and flavour.
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