Goat Cheese Stuffed Baked Salmon

(Or: How to Impress Yourself with Minimal Effort)

I eat a lot of fish—mostly salmon and tuna—so much so that I’m convinced my grocery store assumes I have a pet seal at home. Salmon, in particular, is my go-to because it’s flavorful, versatile, and doesn’t require a culinary degree to cook. When dining out, I almost always order it because it’s a reliable choice.

Servings

Ready In:

20 minutes

Good For:

Lunch, Dinner, Supper

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About this Recipe

But today, we’re stepping things up with creamy, tangy goat cheese and a sweet-spicy Dijon-mayo glaze. It’s simple, but it tastes like something you’d pay good money for at a restaurant. And because no meal is complete without a well-matched glass of wine, this pairs beautifully with a Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay—a crisp, citrusy white that complements the richness of the salmon and the tang of the goat cheese like they were meant to be together.

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets
2 tablespoons goat cheese (because more cheese is always the answer)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (for that sophisticated kick)
1 tablespoon light mayonnaise (or regular, if you’re feeling rebellious)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Step by Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish—because scrubbing off baked-on fish is no one’s idea of fun.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the baking dish. Make small incisions in the fillets (a gentle little pocket, not a crime scene) and stuff them with equal amounts of goat cheese.
Mix together the Dijon mustard and mayo, then generously spread the mixture over the fillets like you’re giving them a luxurious spa treatment. Season with salt and pepper.
Bake for 15 minutes or until the salmon easily flakes with a fork (or until your kitchen smells like an upscale bistro).

Wine Pairing

Pour yourself a chilled glass of Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay—its bright citrus notes and subtle minerality are the perfect match for the creamy goat cheese and buttery salmon. Plus, drinking French wine with dinner automatically makes you feel 10% fancier. Santé! 🍷

Enjoy, and don’t forget to pour yourself another glass—you deserve it! 🍷

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