Here’s your Herbed Cheese-Stuffed Salmon Rolls on Roasted Asparagus recipe—an elegant yet easy dish with creamy, herbed cheese wrapped in tender salmon, served over crisp asparagus. Perfect for a healthy gourmet dinner!
🍋🐟 Herbed Cheese-Stuffed Salmon Rolls on Roasted Asparagus 🌿🔥
Tender salmon fillets rolled around a lemony herbed cheese filling, baked atop roasted asparagus for a bright, flavorful meal.
INGREDIENTS
For the Salmon Rolls:
- 4 thin salmon fillets (skinless, ~6 oz each)
- ½ cup ricotta or cream cheese(softened)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest + 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt + ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
For the Roasted Asparagus:
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt + ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon juice (after baking)
Optional Garnish:
- Extra lemon wedges
- Microgreens or parsley
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prep the filling:
- Mix ricotta, Parmesan, dill, chives, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Roll the salmon:
- Lay salmon fillets flat. Spread 2 tbsp filling on each, then roll tightly (like a sushi roll). Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Roast the asparagus:
- Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 8 mins.
- Add salmon & bake:
- Push asparagus to the sides. Place salmon rolls seam-side down in the center. Brush with olive oil.
- Bake 12-15 mins until salmon flakes easily.
- Serve:
- Drizzle asparagus with lemon juice. Garnish salmon with extra herbs and lemon wedges.
💡 PRO TIPS:
- No ricotta? Use whipped cream cheese or goat cheese.
- Extra flavor: Add 1 tsp capers or ½ tsp Dijon mustard to the filling.
- Crispier top? Broil 1-2 mins at the end.
This dish is light, creamy, and restaurant-worthy with minimal effort! Pair with a crisp white wine 🥂. Let me know if you’d like a side suggestion!