Lemon Garlic Baked Salmon
A quick and easy baked salmon recipe with a lemony, garlicky marinade that results in flaky, flavorful fillets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each; skin on or off)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh is best)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme or dill suggested)
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Vegetables (broccoli or asparagus) or rice for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and position a rack in the middle.
- Pat each fillet dry with paper towels.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried herbs in a small bowl.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the fillets skin-side down.
- Brush the marinade over the top of each fillet, coating evenly.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the flesh flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F (63°C). Let rest for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Serve with lemon slices and your chosen sides.
Notes
For lower sodium, reduce salt to 1/2 teaspoon and add a finishing sprinkle to taste. Fresh herbs can be used instead of dried.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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