Description
Baked salmon is a culinary delight featuring tender fish infused with zesty lemon and fresh herbs, making it an ideal choice for healthy dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets (skinless)
- Fresh lemon juice
- Minced garlic
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh herbs (dill or parsley)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Arrange salmon fillets in the dish and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Sprinkle chopped herbs on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot alongside vegetables or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 112mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different herbs or marinades such as dill, soy sauce, or citrus slices. Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain moisture.