Description
Asparagus & Lemon Basil Ricotta Stuffed Salmon Rolls are a stunning yet simple dish featuring tender salmon fillets rolled around creamy ricotta, fresh basil, bright lemon zest, and crisp asparagus. Baked to perfection, these rolls are light, flavorful, and perfect for dinner parties or a refined weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skinless, about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (well-drained)
- 12–16 fresh asparagus spears (trimmed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Supporting Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Filling
In a bowl mix:
- Ricotta
- Basil
- Lemon zest & juice
- Garlic
- Parmesan
Stir until smooth and creamy.
2️⃣ Prepare the Salmon
- Place salmon fillets between plastic wrap and gently pound to even thickness.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
3️⃣ Assemble the Rolls
- Spread a layer of ricotta mixture over each fillet.
- Place 2–3 asparagus spears at one end.
- Roll the salmon tightly and secure with toothpicks if needed.
4️⃣ Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place rolls seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
5️⃣ Serve
Garnish with lemon slices and fresh basil. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT20M
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon roll
- Calories: 410 Kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg