Salmon & Boursin Croque-Monsieur
This Salmon & Boursin Croque-Monsieur is a quick, elegant sandwich featuring crispy bread, melty Boursin cheese, and flaky salmon, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 slices slices sturdy country bread or sourdough Use sturdy bread for optimal crunch.
- 4 oz Boursin cheese (herbed) Creamy and herby, the star of the dish.
- 6-8 oz smoked or hot-smoked salmon, flaked Can substitute with leftover cooked salmon.
- 1 small handful baby arugula or baby spinach Optional, adds freshness.
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Optional, adds tangy flavor.
- 1 tbsp butter, for grilling Can substitute with olive oil.
- to taste Fresh lemon zest and black pepper For finishing touch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Spread Boursin cheese on two slices of bread.
- If using, dab Dijon mustard on the other two slices.
- Layer the flaked salmon and arugula or spinach on top of the Boursin cheese.
Grilling
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Grill each sandwich for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and the cheese is melty.
- If the bread browns too quickly, lower the heat.
- Press gently with a spatula and cover briefly if the center isn't fully melty.
Notes
Make-ahead: Flake cooked salmon and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Leftover sandwiches can be refrigerated for 1 day; reheat in a skillet to maintain crispness. Freeze ungrilled sandwiches and toast from frozen, adding a minute or two.