Description
Baked Boursin Salmon – Creamy, Flavorful & Perfectly Baked is the perfect dish for those seeking a delicious and elegant meal without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe features tender salmon fillets topped with rich, creamy Boursin cheese, creating a flavor explosion that is both impressive and easy to prepare. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or grains for a balanced meal. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you’ll have a stunning dinner ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 (5.2 oz) package Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Zest and juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, cherry tomatoes, or asparagus (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon dry and place skin-side down in the prepared dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lemon zest.
- Break the Boursin cheese into chunks and evenly distribute over the salmon fillets.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily. For a golden finish, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh lemon juice and 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: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 92mg