Description
Delicate Spinach Roulade rolls with elegant French culinary finesse, presenting a light and savory dish perfect for sophisticated gatherings. Crisp spinach layers wrapped around creamy herbed filling promise a delightful experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 x 200 grams (14 ounces) spinach
- 5 large eggs, separated
- 150 grams (5.3 ounces) garlic & herb boursin
Flour and Thickening Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons self-raising flour
- 200 grams (7 ounces) full-fat fromage frais
Garnish and Flavor Enhancers:
- Grated vegetarian parmesan-style cheese
- 10–12 sundried tomatoes, chopped
Instructions
- Wilt fresh spinach in microwave, then thoroughly drain excess moisture by pressing through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Pulse drained spinach with egg yolks, flour, salt, pepper, and a dollop of creamy fromage frais until smooth and uniform in texture.
- Separately whip egg whites until they form rigid, glossy peaks that hold their shape when the whisk is lifted.
- Gently incorporate whipped egg whites into spinach mixture using a delicate folding technique to maintain airiness.
- Transfer batter to a parchment-lined baking tray, spreading evenly and smoothing the surface with a spatula.
- Bake in preheated oven at 190°C for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden and center is set but still springy.
- While roulade cools, blend Boursin cheese with remaining fromage frais until creamy and well combined.
- Invert baked roulade onto fresh parchment paper lightly dusted with grated cheese, carefully peeling off original lining.
- Spread cheese mixture evenly across surface, leaving small border around edges.
- Scatter chopped tomatoes over cheese layer for added freshness and color.
- Carefully roll roulade from one end, using parchment paper as a guide to create tight, even cylinder.
- Slice into elegant rounds and serve either warm or chilled as an appetizer or light lunch.
Notes
- Always squeeze spinach thoroughly to remove excess moisture, preventing a soggy roulade texture.
- Use room temperature eggs for better volume when whisking egg whites to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold egg whites to maintain their airiness and prevent deflating the delicate mixture.
- For a gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with almond or rice flour to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Consider adding fresh herbs like dill or chives to the filling for extra flavor complexity.
- Roll the roulade while still warm to prevent cracking and ensure a smooth, elegant presentation.
- Can be prepared ahead and chilled, making it perfect for make-ahead entertaining or quick meals.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 12-15 mins
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg