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Baked Boursin Salmon – Creamy, Flavorful & Perfectly Baked Recipe

Baked Boursin Salmon – Creamy, Flavorful & Perfectly Baked Recipe
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This Baked Boursin Salmon recipe offers a creamy, flavorful twist on classic baked salmon, combining tender fillets with rich Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese for a perfect weeknight dinner. Easily prepared and baked to perfection, it features a zesty lemon garlic topping and optional roasted vegetables for a complete, healthy meal.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Cheese

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 (5.2 oz) package Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese

Seasoning and Garnish

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Zest and juice of ½ lemon
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Optional Vegetables

  • Cherry tomatoes or asparagus (for roasting alongside)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and lemon zest for a bright, fresh flavor layer.
  3. Top with Boursin Cheese: Break the Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese into chunks and distribute them evenly over each salmon fillet, ensuring a creamy topping that will melt beautifully during baking.
  4. Bake the Salmon: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork. For a lovely golden finish on the cheese topping, broil the salmon for the last 1 to 2 minutes—just be sure to watch closely to avoid burning.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over each fillet. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve right away, optionally alongside roasted cherry tomatoes or asparagus for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Ensure salmon fillets are similar in size for even cooking.
  • Boursin cheese melts quickly; keep an eye during broiling to prevent burning.
  • For dairy-free variation, substitute with a plant-based cream cheese flavored with herbs.
  • Salmon should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) to be safely cooked.
  • Optional vegetables can be roasted on the side by adding them to the baking dish before cooking.

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Keywords: Baked salmon, Boursin cheese, Garlic herb salmon, Easy salmon recipe, Healthy seafood dinner

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