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Baked Boursin Salmon

Baked Boursin Salmon: A Quick and Creamy Weeknight Treat

Baked Boursin Salmon is a quick and creamy dish that elevates weeknight dinners to restaurant-quality experiences.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon skin-on fillets are best for moisture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil adds moisture
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest enhances brightness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice for added brightness
  • to taste Salt essential for seasoning
  • to taste Black Pepper essential for seasoning
For the Topping
  • 8 oz Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese offers a rich, herby topping
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley optional, for garnish
For the Vegetables (optional)
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes perfect for roasting
  • 1 cup Asparagus perfect for roasting

Equipment

  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Boursin Salmon
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by coating it lightly with olive oil or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry and place skin-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over each fillet, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lemon zest.
  4. Spread a thick layer of Boursin cheese over each fillet.
  5. Bake the salmon for 15–18 minutes until it turns opaque and flakes easily, then broil for an additional 1–2 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, drizzle with lemon juice, and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and monitor the salmon closely while baking to prevent overcooking.

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