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Asparagus & Lemon Basil Ricotta Stuffed Salmon Rolls

Asparagus & Lemon Basil Ricotta Stuffed Salmon Rolls to Wow Your Dinner

Discover the vibrant flavors of Asparagus & Lemon Basil Ricotta Stuffed Salmon Rolls, a deliciously quick dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Rolls
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese Can be swapped with cream cheese or goat cheese
  • 8 spears Fresh asparagus Can be substituted with blanched green beans
  • 1 tbsp Lemon zest Fresh for maximum aroma
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Adjust based on personal taste
  • to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For drizzling
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil For fragrance
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Enhances creaminess

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Pot for Blanching
  • baking dish
  • Meat mallet
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, chopped fresh basil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Blanch the asparagus for 1-2 minutes, then plunge into ice water.
  4. Butterfly the salmon fillets and gently flatten them.
  5. Spread the ricotta mixture over the salmon, add asparagus, and roll tightly. Secure with twine or toothpicks.
  6. Arrange rolls seam-side down in a greased baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes until the salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These rolls are versatile; feel free to experiment with fillings and serve alongside a light salad or quinoa.

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