Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures even cooking and perfectly tender salmon.
- Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- 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.
- Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the fillets and season with salt and black pepper.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
