Description
Oven Baked Salmon is a quick and delicious meal that brings the flavors of fresh ingredients to your table in just 20 minutes. This recipe features tender salmon fillets drizzled with olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice, seasoned with garlic and aromatic herbs. The result is a beautifully flaky fish that not only pleases the palate but also promotes heart health thanks to its rich omega-3 content. Perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions, this oven-baked dish will impress family and friends alike. Serve it with a side of steamed vegetables or quinoa for a well-rounded meal that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (fresh or thawed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh herbs (dill or parsley), to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Place the salmon fillets in the dish; drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve warm, garnished with lemon wedges or additional herbs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 100mg