Baked Boursin Salmon
Baked Boursin Salmon is a delightful culinary creation that combines succulent salmon fillets with the creamy richness of Boursin cheese. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also boasts incredible flavors that will impress your family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients, you can elevate your weeknight dinners or special occasions with this elegant recipe. The creamy cheese melts beautifully over the tender salmon, while a hint of lemon adds brightness, making every bite a burst of flavor. Plus, it all comes together in one pan, minimizing cleanup and maximizing taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 package (5.2 oz) 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)
- Cherry tomatoes or asparagus (optional, for roasting alongside)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with olive oil or parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and arrange them skin-side down in the dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lemon zest.
- Crumble Boursin cheese over each fillet generously.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily; broil for an extra 1–2 minutes if desired.
- Remove from the oven, drizzle fresh lemon juice over the top, garnish with parsley if using, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg