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Baked Salmon

Sarah
Experience the magic of baked salmon—a delightful and nutritious dish that's easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Healthy, Seafood
Servings 3 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Salmon fillets Fresh or thawed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 whole Lemon Juiced
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Herbs

  • to taste Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or thyme) For added flavor

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and rub it into the flesh.
  • Sprinkle minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper over the fillets. Optionally, add lemon slices on top.
  • Scatter your chosen fresh herbs over the salmon.

Baking

  • Place the salmon in the oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Serving

  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Pair it with your favorite sides.

Notes

For optimal moisture and flavor, bake salmon with the skin on. Marinating for 30 minutes enhances the taste. Use a thermometer to check for doneness at 145°F (63°C). Cover with foil if drying out.
Keyword baked salmon, easy seafood, Healthy Dinner, Nutritious Meal, simple recipe