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Baked Boursin Salmon

Tender salmon fillets topped with creamy garlic and herb Boursin cheese, baked to perfection in just 30 minutes for an elegant yet effortless dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, French-inspired
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets 5-6 ounces each, skin-on or skinless
  • 1 Boursin cheese round 5.2 oz, garlic and fine herbs flavor preferred
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, optional garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures even cooking and perfectly tender salmon.
  2. Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the Boursin cheese, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and half of the olive oil or melted butter until smooth and well combined.
  4. Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the fillets and season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Place the salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish, skin side down if using skin-on. Spoon the Boursin cheese mixture evenly over each fillet, spreading gently with the back of a spoon.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets. The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve alongside fresh lemon wedges.

Notes

Use fresh salmon for best flavor and texture. Don't overcook - salmon should flake easily but remain moist. The Boursin mixture can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until ready to use. Adjust salt carefully as Boursin is already well-seasoned.
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