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Baked Boursin Salmon

Delicious Baked Boursin Salmon with Roasted Tomatoes Bliss

This Baked Boursin Salmon is a delicious weeknight dinner that blends tender salmon with creamy garlic and roasted tomatoes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Boursin Sauce
  • 1 package Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese Substitute with whipped goat cheese for a tangy twist.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Use fresh for the best results.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Always opt for fresh rather than bottled.
  • 2 cloves minced garlic Fresh garlic will enhance your dish significantly.
  • 2 tablespoons Pecorino Romano Optional, feel free to swap with Parmesan if preferred.
For the Salmon Dish
  • 4 fillets salmon Choose Atlantic, Sockeye, or King salmon.
  • 1 pint multicolored cherry tomatoes Halve them before baking for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 small minced red onion Lightly sautéing will deepen its flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Used for drizzling and roasting.
  • 1 lemon sliced Infuses the salmon with bright citrus notes.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy Boursin cheese, fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth.
  3. Halve the multicolored cherry tomatoes and mince the red onion.
  4. Drizzle olive oil in the baking dish and layer fresh lemon slices across the bottom.
  5. Place the salmon fillets on top of the lemon slices and surround with the halved cherry tomatoes.
  6. Spoon the creamy Boursin sauce over each fillet.
  7. Scatter the minced red onion over the tomatoes and salmon, then drizzle with remaining olive oil.
  8. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until salmon flakes easily and reaches internal temperature of 135-140°F.
  9. Switch to broiler setting for the last 2-3 minutes for browning.
  10. Remove from oven, let rest for a few moments, then serve alongside roasted cherry tomatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep an eye on salmon while it bakes; aim for that tender, flaky texture. Always use fresh lemon juice and garlic for the best flavor.

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