Description
Baked Boursin Salmon is a creamy and flavorful dish that elevates your dining experience with minimal effort. This recipe features tender salmon fillets topped with rich Boursin cheese infused with garlic and herbs, creating a satisfying combination that’s both delicious and nutritious. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, this dish can be easily paired with fresh salads or roasted vegetables to enhance its vibrant flavors. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, Baked Boursin Salmon is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 package Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese (5.2 oz)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Zest and juice of ½ lemon
- Optional: Fresh parsley, cherry tomatoes, or asparagus
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and place them skin-side down in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lemon zest.
- Break the Boursin cheese into chunks and distribute it evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily. For a crispy top, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the baked salmon and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 364
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 96mg