Lemon Basil Salmon Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Salmon Rolls
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4 salmon fillets (5 oz each), skin removed
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Salt, to taste
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Pepper, to taste
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1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
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2 teaspoons lemon zest
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1/2 pound asparagus, trimmed
→ For the Lemon Sauce
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1 tablespoon butter
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 425°F. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Lay each fillet flat on a clean surface. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over each salmon fillet. Lay a few asparagus spears across the center of each fillet, then roll tightly with the seam side down.
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Grease a baking sheet and place the salmon rolls seam-side down. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
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In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken broth and lemon juice. Slowly stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
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Drizzle the warm lemon sauce over the baked salmon rolls. Garnish with fresh basil or extra lemon zest if desired.