Description
Baked Boursin Salmon is a show-stopping dish that brings together the buttery richness of salmon and the creamy, herb-infused delight of Boursin cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal for guests, this recipe offers a gourmet touch with minimal effort. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll have a flavorful and nutritious meal on the table in no time. The vibrant presentation and savory aroma will surely impress anyone at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and place them skin-side down in the prepared dish. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lemon zest.
- Break the Boursin cheese into chunks and distribute evenly over each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. For a golden top, broil for the last 1–2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh lemon juice and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 80mg