Baked Boursin Salmon – Creamy, Flavorful & Perfectly Baked
Baked Boursin Salmon is a delightful dish that brings together the succulent flavors of salmon and the creamy, herby richness of Boursin cheese. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner, this one-pan recipe is both quick to prepare and easy to clean up. With vibrant colors and mouthwatering aromas, it’s guaranteed to leave everyone at the table wanting more. Pair it with your favorite sides for a complete meal that showcases simplicity and elegance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- 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 clove garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley, cherry tomatoes, or asparagus
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place skin-side down in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lemon zest.
- Distribute chunks of Boursin cheese evenly over each fillet.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily. Broil for an additional 1–2 minutes if desired for a golden top.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon before serving and garnish with parsley if using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 80mg