Baked Boursin Salmon
Baked Boursin Salmon is a creamy, herby, and flavorful dish that pairs tender, flaky salmon with rich Boursin cheese. This easy-to-make recipe yields a restaurant-quality, healthy meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ready in under 30 minutes.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 22-25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 4 fresh salmon fillets, skin-on
- 4 oz Boursin cheese (herbed cream cheese)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley or chives), chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to create a perfectly hot environment for baking the salmon evenly.
- Prepare the Salmon Fillets: Pat the salmon dry with paper towels to help the cheese adhere better and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
- Make the Boursin Topping: In a small bowl, mix the Boursin cheese with minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and chopped herbs until combined and smooth.
- Apply the Cheese Mixture: Spread the creamy Boursin mixture generously over the top of each salmon fillet, covering evenly for full flavor.
- Bake Until Perfection: Place the salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the cheese is lightly golden on top.
Notes
- Choose fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture.
- Allow Boursin cheese to come to room temperature for easier spreading and melting.
- Do not overbake the salmon to keep it moist and tender.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
- Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving to brighten the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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