Baked Salmon
A simple yet exquisite baked salmon recipe that captures the freshness of the season with tender, flaky fish, infused with garlic and brightened by lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle the fillets with olive oil and rub with minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange lemon slices on top of the salmon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Pairs well with quinoa, wild rice, or a kale salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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