Description
A fancy yet easy salmon dish topped with creamy Boursin cheese, making for a delightful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 fillets Salmon fillets (skin on or off both work)
- 1 round Boursin Garlic and Fine Herbs cheese (One small round is perfect)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil or melted butter
- to taste Salt and black pepper (Boursin is salty, so go easy with added salt)
- 1 clove Garlic (Optional if you want it extra garlicky)
- 1 Lemon (Zest or juice, your call)
Optional add-ins
- Cherry tomatoes
- Spinach
- Sliced green onions
- Fresh dill
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a pan with parchment or foil.
- Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel.
- Place the salmon in the baking dish and drizzle a little olive oil or melted butter.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread Boursin over each fillet.
- Add any optional ingredients like tomatoes or spinach.
Cooking
- Bake the salmon until it flakes easily, about 10-16 minutes depending on thickness.
- Finish with lemon juice or fresh herbs if desired before serving.
Notes
If using lemon, zest before juicing for added flavor. Serve with crunchy sides for contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean