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A plate with baked salmon topped with creamy cheese and herbs, fettuccine pasta sprinkled with grated cheese, and a breadstick. In the background, a package of Italian breadsticks is visible.
Melissa Jo

Lemon Ricotta Stuffed Salmon

5 from 1 vote
Looking for a show-stopping salmon recipe that’s easy, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy night in? This Lemon Ricotta Stuffed Salmon with IL Villaggio cheeses is creamy, zesty, and baked to perfection. Inspired by a Winter Olympics viewing in Italy, it’s a simple way to bring a taste of Italy to your dinner table. If you love salmon, check out my other favorites like Dilly Salmon and the Best Baked Lemon Garlic Salmon for more easy, delicious options. Serve it with pasta, a fresh salad, or your favorite side, and you’ve got a meal that feels luxurious without any fuss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon filets
  • 1 10.4 oz container IL Villaggio Fresh Ricotta
  • ½ cup freshly shredded mozzarella
  • ¼ cup IL Villaggio Parmesan Reggiano grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • Zest of 1 lemon divided
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Crushed red pepper flakes to taste

Method
 

Prep the Oven and Salmon
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Season the salmon filets with salt and pepper on both sides.
Create the Pocket
  1. Turn each filet onto its fattest side and carefully cut a slit down the middle to make a pocket for the filling.
Make the Cheese Filling
  1. In a bowl, combine:
  2. IL Villaggio Fresh Ricotta
  3. Mozzarella
  4. IL Villaggio Parmesan Reggiano
  5. Fresh parsley
  6. Zest from half the lemon
  7. Salt & pepper
  8. Mix until creamy and well combined.
Stuff the Salmon
  1. Gently spoon the ricotta mixture into each salmon pocket.
Make the Lemon Drizzle
  1. In a small cup, combine the remaining lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk and pour evenly over the stuffed salmon in a baking dish.
Bake
  1. Place the salmon in the oven and bake at 375°F for 15 minutes. Increase the temperature to 400°F, move the dish to the top rack, and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and lightly golden.
Serve
  1. Pair with pasta tossed in butter and sprinkled with IL Villaggio Parmesan Reggiano or your favorite Italian sides

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