Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Baked Boursin Salmon, featuring tender salmon fillets topped with rich, creamy Boursin cheese. This dish not only impresses but also offers a comforting hug of flavor with every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s a quick culinary masterpiece that will leave your guests raving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 oz Boursin cheese (garlic & herbs recommended)
- 1 fresh lemon
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Fresh herbs (dill or parsley, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon generous dollops of Boursin cheese over each fillet, spreading evenly.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top to add brightness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg