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Baked Boursin Salmon

Decadent Baked Boursin Salmon: Easy Gourmet Dinner Delight

Experience the culinary delight of Baked Boursin Salmon, a quick and heart-healthy dish that elevates dinner with gourmet flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gourmet
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces Salmon Fillets 5–6 oz each; skin-on or skinless works for your preference.
For the Boursin Mixture
  • 1 round Boursin Cheese 5.2 oz; garlic & fine herbs flavor offers the best taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; adjust based on your personal love for garlic.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh juice brightens the dish's flavor profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest finely grated ensures an aromatic citrus flavor throughout.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Melted Butter can substitute with avocado oil for a lighter touch.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt or to taste; sea salt or kosher salt is preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground offers a more vibrant taste.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped; can be swapped with dill or chives.
  • Lemon Wedges for serving; extra acidity complements the rich flavors of the salmon.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Boursin Salmon
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with olive oil or parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the Boursin cheese, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and half of the olive oil or melted butter until creamy.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry, drizzle with remaining olive oil or melted butter, and season with salt and black pepper while skin-side down.
  4. Spread the creamy Boursin cheese mixture evenly over each salmon fillet.
  5. Bake for 15–20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  6. Let the bake rest for 2 minutes, then sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh, wild-caught salmon and monitor cooking time to prevent overcooking.

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