Description
Baked Boursin Salmon is a delectable dish that brings together the rich flavors of salmon and the creamy indulgence of Boursin cheese for an unforgettable meal. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe boasts a quick prep time of just 10 minutes, making it easy to whip up whenever you crave something delicious yet elegant. The combination of garlic, herbs, and lemon in the Boursin cheese adds a unique twist, elevating simple salmon fillets into a gourmet experience. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a nutritious and satisfying dinner that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (5–6 ounces each), skin-on or skinless
- 1 Boursin cheese round (5.2 oz), garlic & fine herbs flavor preferred
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Boursin cheese, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and half the olive oil; stir until smooth.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and drizzle with remaining olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Place salmon in the baking dish skin-side down. Spoon the Boursin mixture evenly over each fillet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Let rest for 2 minutes before garnishing with parsley and serving with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 397
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 482mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 112mg