Description
Baked salmon is a delicious and nutritious choice that brings vibrant flavors and heart-healthy benefits to your dinner table. This easy recipe features tender salmon fillets perfectly seasoned with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic, baked to flaky perfection. The addition of fresh herbs like dill and parsley elevates the dish while adding a touch of elegance. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a quiet weeknight meal, this baked salmon will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
Extra virgin olive oil
Fresh lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
Fresh dill (1 tablespoon, chopped)
Fresh parsley (1 tablespoon, chopped)
Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare a baking dish by greasing it with olive oil.
Season the salmon fillets on both sides with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
Place the fillets skin-side down in the baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until flaky.
Garnish with fresh dill and parsley before serving.
Notes
For added flavor variations, consider marinating the salmon in soy sauce and ginger for an Asian twist or topping it with honey-mustard glaze before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 367
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Protein: 39g