Baked Boursin Salmon
Baked Boursin Salmon is a delectable dish that combines tender salmon fillets with creamy Boursin cheese, resulting in a gourmet meal that’s easy enough for any home chef to master. Perfect for special occasions or simple weeknight dinners, this recipe features rich flavors and an impressive presentation that will leave your guests raving. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a satisfying dish that’s both nutritious and delicious. Serve it with fresh salads, rice, or crusty bread to elevate your dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on preferred)
- 8 ounces Boursin cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet; drizzle with olive oil or melted butter, season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix Boursin cheese, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley until smooth.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly over each salmon fillet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg