Lemon Basil Salmon Rolls
Lemon Basil Salmon Rolls are an exquisite dish combining tender salmon with fresh basil and zesty lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
For the salmon rolls
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (5 oz each), skinless
- 1.5 cups ricotta cheese
- 0.5 lb asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, basil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly over each salmon fillet.
- Place asparagus spears across each salmon fillet and roll them up tightly.
- Lay the rolled fillets seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- To prepare the sauce, melt butter in a pan over medium heat and add chicken broth and lemon juice.
- Thicken the sauce with the cornstarch mixture, cooking for another 3 to 5 minutes.
- Spoon the sauce over the warm salmon rolls before serving.
Notes
Select fresh ingredients for best flavor. Consider adding garlic to the cheese filling or using other vegetables like spinach.