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Oven-Baked Salmon

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A quick and easy oven-baked salmon recipe with a sweet and savory crust, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (2-pound) whole salmon fillet, skin-on preferred
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • Ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Position the rack in the middle of the oven.
  2. Lay a large piece of aluminum foil on a rimmed baking sheet and place the salmon skin-side down on the foil.
  3. In a small bowl, stir the melted butter with the minced garlic until combined. Reserve half and brush the other half evenly over the top of the salmon.
  4. In another bowl, mix the brown sugar, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Sprinkle this spice-sugar blend evenly over the fillet.
  5. Drizzle the remaining garlic butter over the seasoned salmon for added moisture and flavor.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 22 minutes, checking for doneness at 15 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For a dairy-free option, use olive oil instead of butter. You can add lemon zest to the brown sugar for a bright contrast.

Nutrition

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