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Asparagus and Lemon Basil Ricotta Stuffed Salmon Rolls with Lemon Sauce

Delicious salmon rolls filled with a creamy ricotta mixture, fresh asparagus, and a zesty lemon sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Rolls
  • 4 fillets salmon skinless
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese whole milk
  • 1 cup asparagus trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
For the Lemon Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped basil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  2. Blanch the asparagus pieces in boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
Assemble the Salmon Rolls
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lay the salmon fillets flat and spread the ricotta mixture evenly over each fillet.
  3. Place 2-3 pieces of blanched asparagus at one end of each fillet and roll tightly.
  4. Place the rolls seam-side down in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Bake the Salmon
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until salmon is cooked through.
Make the Lemon Sauce
  1. In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken broth and lemon juice, bringing to a simmer.
  2. Stir in honey if using, then add the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
Serve
  1. Plate the salmon rolls and drizzle with the lemon sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the salmon in lemon juice and herbs for 30 minutes before assembling.

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