Baked Boursin Salmon recipe
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Baked Boursin Salmon

Discover how to make Baked Boursin Salmon. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

10

Prep Time

18

Cook Time

28

Total Time

4

Servings

⏱ Cooking Timer

18:00

Minutes : Seconds

minutes

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Discover how to make Baked Boursin Salmon. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Baked Boursin Salmon - Step 2

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.

2

Step 2

2. Prepare cheese mixture: In a small bowl, combine Boursin, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.

3

Step 3

3. Prep salmon: Pat fillets dry with paper towels. Arrange in baking dish skin-side down (if using skin-on).

4

Step 4

4. Top salmon: Divide cheese mixture evenly over fillets, spreading to cover surfaces completely.

5

Step 5

5. Bake 15–18 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and cheese develops golden edges.

6

Step 6

6. Rest 2 minutes, then garnish with parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Baked Boursin Salmon - Step 3

You Must Know

  • For easier spreading, let Boursin sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before mixing
  • Stop cooking when salmon reaches 125°F (52°C) internal temperature for buttery texture
  • Patting salmon dry ensures the cheese topping adheres properly

Chef's Notes

For easier spreading, let Boursin sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before mixing

Stop cooking when salmon reaches 125°F (52°C) internal temperature for buttery texture

Patting salmon dry ensures the cheese topping adheres properly

Serving Suggestions

Pair with roasted asparagus, lemon-dill rice, or a crisp green salad. Ideal for spring brunches or easy dinner parties.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

420

Calories

34g

Protein

3g

Carbs

30g

Fat

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bakedboursinsalmonfillets(5–6ounceseach),skin-on
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Baked Boursin Salmon

Discover how to make Baked Boursin Salmon. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Servings:4
Prep:10 min
Cook:18 min

Ingredients (10)

4 salmon fillets (140–170g each), skin-on or skinless
1 round (150g) Boursin cheese (garlic & fine herbs flavor preferred)
2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil OR melted unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, minced (about 2 tsp/10g)
1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lemon juice
1 tsp (2g) lemon zest
½ tsp (3g) fine sea salt (adjust to taste)
¼ tsp (0.5g) black pepper
2 tbsp (8g) chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare cheese mixture: In a small bowl, combine Boursin, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Prep salmon: Pat fillets dry with paper towels. Arrange in baking dish skin-side down (if using skin-on).
  4. Top salmon: Divide cheese mixture evenly over fillets, spreading to cover surfaces completely.
  5. Bake 15–18 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and cheese develops golden edges.
  6. Rest 2 minutes, then garnish with parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

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