Best 6 Lemon And Basil Salmon With Goats Cheese Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our Lemon and Basil Salmon with Goat's Cheese Sauce, a dish that tantalizes the taste buds and elevates your dining experience. This delectable recipe features succulent salmon fillets, infused with the vibrant flavors of lemon and basil, all enveloped in a creamy and tangy goat's cheese sauce. Alongside this main course, discover a delightful medley of complementary recipes, including a refreshing Lemon and Basil Orzo Salad, a zesty Lemon and Basil Vinaigrette, and a luscious Lemon and Basil Panna Cotta. Each recipe is carefully crafted to complement the main dish, offering a harmonious and unforgettable dining experience.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON BASIL SALMON



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It was my husband, Steve, who came up with this easy, foil-packet recipe for flaky, fork-tender Lemon Basil Salmon. We eat a lot of salmon and Steve likes trying out different herbs and spices on our food. This recipe's a winner! -Marianne Bauman, Modesto, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 salmon fillets (5 ounces each)
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare campfire or grill for medium heat. Place each fillet, skin side down, on a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). Mix melted butter, basil, lemon juice, salt and pepper; spoon over salmon. Fold foil around fish, sealing tightly., Cook on campfire or in covered grill until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10-15 minutes. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON AND BASIL SALMON WITH GOAT'S CHEESE SAUCE



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I am under instructions that I should eat fresh salmon twice a week and this recipe from Australian BH&G Diabetic Living really fits the bill,

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Weeknight

Time 50m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 bunch asparagus (woody ends trimmed)
2 (150 g) salmon fillets (skinless and boneless)
20 g breadcrumbs (1/2 cup fresh made from Italian style bread)
1 tablespoon basil (fresh finely shredded)
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (finely grated)
250 g baby potatoes (halved and steamed to serve)
1/2 bunch baby carrots (steamed to serve)
1/2 lemon (cut into wedges to serve)
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 leek (cut into short strips)
1 garlic clove (minced)
1 tablespoon plain flour (wholemeal)
160 ml skim milk (2/3 cup)
20 g goat's cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
black pepper (freshly ground)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180C (fan forced).
  • Divide asparagus into 2 bunches and put in a shallow oven proof dish and place a salmon fillet on top of each bunch.
  • Goat's Cheese Sauce - heat the oil in a medium non stick frying pan on medium and add leek and garlic and stir,.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and cook stirring often for 7 to 8 minutes or until leek softens.
  • Add flour to pan and increase heat of medium and cook stirring for 1 minutes and remove pan from heat.
  • Stir in the milk and return pan to heat and cook stirring until sauce come to a simmer and thickens.
  • Remove pan from heat and stir in goat's cheese and lemon juice and season with pepper to taste.
  • Spread breadcrumbs over a baking tray and bake for 4 to 5 minutes or until light golden and then transfer to a bowl and set aside to cool slightly and then stir in basil and lemon zest.
  • Spoon sauce of salmon and prinkle breadcrumb mixture over and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until salmon is cooked to your liking and the breadcrumbs are light golden.
  • Place asparagus and salmon on plates and accompany with the potatoes, carrots and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.6, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 78.5, Sodium 342.6, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 6.9, Protein 46.3

SMOKED SALMON PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATOES, BASIL AND GOAT CHEESE RECIPE



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Provided by á-9182

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ounces New England smoked salmon*
1 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 slice local smokehouse bacon, chopped into 1/4 - 1/2 inch pieces
1/2 cup sliced leek
1 medium tomato, diced into 1/3 inch cubes
1/2 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1 1/2 tablespoon capers, rinsed
1 tablespoon butter or butter substitute (we use Earth Balance as a butter replacement)
Zest of 1 lemon
2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper or to taste
1 cup torn or chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup (approximately 3 - 4 ounces) local soft goat cheese in 1/2 inch pieces
Sea salt or kosher salt to taste
4 ounces thin spaghetti or linguini

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat, add bacon and cook until lightly brown. Add leeks and cook until soft. Add wine, turn to high and boil until most of the wine has evaporated. Add tomatoes and butter and lower heat. Add salmon, lemon zest, crushed pepper and capers and turn off heart when warmed. Cook pasta in 2 quarts rapidly boiling salted water until al dente (usually less time than instructions on the box). Drain the pasta and add to sauté pan. Turn heat to high and mix sauce with pasta; remove pan from heat. Add cheese and basil off heat, toss and serve immediately. Vinaigrette with fresh greens and a dry white wine nicely finish this meal

SALMON WITH LEMON AND BASIL



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This dish is good on its own, or try flaking the fish over farfalle or other short pasta.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Salmon Recipes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced crosswise
1 large shallot, thinly sliced crosswise (about 1/4 cup)
Grated zest of 1 lemon (2 to 3 teaspoons)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Lightly season salmon with salt and pepper; arrange in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish, about 1 inch apart.
  • In a small bowl, stir together basil, shallot, lemon zest and juice, oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper. Dividing evenly, spread mixture over the salmon fillets. Cover with foil; place in the refrigerator, and let marinate 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Bake (still covered) until salmon is opaque throughout, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

BASIL SALMON



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Homemade pesto adds instant flair to these tasty salmon fillets. While they bake in the oven, you can assemble the simple green salad.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon plus 4 teaspoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • For pesto, combine the basil, oil, garlic, pepper, lemon juice, salt and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. , Place the salmon in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Spread 2 tablespoons pesto over fillets. (Cover and refrigerate remaining pesto for another use.) , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-22 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.

LEMONY PASTA WITH GOAT CHEESE AND SPINACH



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This is one of the quickest, most efficient suppers on the planet. Creamy goat cheese makes its own sauce, but it needs the fresh brightness of lemon to really pop.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Salt and pepper
3/4 pound spaghettini or spaghetti
4 ounces fresh goat cheese
10 ounces baby spinach (10 cups)
3 cups fresh parsley, chopped
2 cups fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon juice
1/2 cup toasted walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 2 cups pasta water, then drain.
  • In pot, stir together goat cheese and 1 cup pasta water over medium. Add pasta, spinach, parsley, cilantro, lemon zest and juice, and more pasta water if necessary to create a light sauce that coats pasta; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with walnuts and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 5 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Fresh Ingredients: Use the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor. This is especially important for the lemon, basil, and goat cheese.
  • Don't Overcook the Salmon: Salmon is a delicate fish, so it's important not to overcook it. Cook it until it is just cooked through, or it will become dry and tough.
  • Make the Goat Cheese Sauce Ahead of Time: The goat cheese sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This will save you time when you're ready to serve the salmon.
  • Garnish with Fresh Herbs: Before serving, garnish the salmon with fresh herbs like basil or parsley. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This lemon and basil salmon with goat cheese sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The salmon is cooked to perfection and the goat cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful. The lemon and basil add a bright and refreshing flavor that complements the richness of the salmon and goat cheese. This dish is sure to impress your guests.

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