If you loved my salmon tagliatelle or sushi-inspired pasta recipes, you're in for a treat. As a passionate home cook, I've perfected this creamy salmon lasagna – a go-to dish that's both comforting and impressive for weeknight dinners.
Raw, marinated, or cooked, salmon's versatility shines in countless recipes. Layered into lasagna, it becomes an effortless family favorite I've made countless times.
Ingredients for 4 People
For the Béchamel Sauce:
- ½ liter of milk
- 20 g butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt and pepper
For the Lasagna:
- 8 lasagna sheets
- 500 g fresh salmon
- 250 g fresh cream
- 100 g grated cheese
- 50 g butter
- 1 onion
- Salt and pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins
Make the Béchamel:
- Melt the butter over low heat in a saucepan.
- Once melted, stir in the flour with a wooden spatula until smooth and homogeneous.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring to prevent browning.
- Gradually add the cold milk while whisking continuously until the sauce thickens.
Assemble the Lasagna:
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Finely chop the onion and sauté in a pan until softened.
- Add the salmon, fresh cream, salt, and pepper. Cook until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Butter a gratin dish.
- Layer the bottom with lasagna sheets.
- Add a layer of béchamel, then lasagna sheets, followed by the salmon-onion mixture.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, ending with béchamel topped with grated cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes until golden and bubbling. Serve hot.
The Finished Dish
Your salmon lasagna is ready to enjoy! Straight from the oven, it's irresistibly creamy and flaky. Pair with a fresh green salad for a complete meal everyone will rave about.
Pro Tips from Experience
Salmon is my top fish choice, but swap in cod, sea bream, or langoustines for exciting variations. Add veggies like spinach, zucchini, or leeks for extra nutrition and flavor.
Budget Breakdown
- 8 lasagna sheets (from 500 g box at €3.46/kg): €1.73
- 500 g fresh salmon (€22.50/kg): €11.25
- 100 g grated cheese (€6.74/kg): €0.67
- 1 onion (~125 g at €1.85/kg): €0.23
Total for 4 servings: €13.88 – just €3.47 per person. Incredibly affordable!
Your Turn
Have you tried this budget salmon lasagna? Share your results and tweaks in the comments – I'd love to hear!
