Description
Juicy salmon fillets are topped with creamy, garlicky Boursin cheese, roasted tomatoes, and fresh basil for a quick, Mediterranean-inspired dinner. This easy, crowd-pleasing recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, skin-on or skinless)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
- 1 package Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese (5.2 oz, softened)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional, for crunch)
- 1 small shallot, finely diced (optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
- 1 tablespoon capers (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place skin-side down in a baking dish. Season with salt and black pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix together the Boursin cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly over each salmon fillet using a spatula or spoon.
- Scatter halved cherry tomatoes over the cheese-topped salmon. Sprinkle with fresh basil, oregano, and panko breadcrumbs. Add shallots, capers, or red pepper flakes if using.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned at the edges.
- Check for doneness (internal temperature should be 145°F in the thickest part). If needed, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Let salmon rest in the baking dish for 2 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra basil if desired.
Notes
For best results, use salmon fillets of similar thickness for even cooking. Let Boursin cheese come to room temperature for easier spreading. If using frozen salmon, thaw completely and pat dry before baking. To make gluten-free, omit or substitute the breadcrumbs. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 2 days and can be reheated gently in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with toppings (about 6 oz cooked)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 26
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 32
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