Description
Savory Baked Salmon brings Mediterranean coastal flavors straight to your kitchen, offering a simple yet elegant seafood experience. Delicate fish fillets infused with herbs and lemon create a perfect weeknight dinner that feels like a gourmet restaurant treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Garnish:
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crisp exterior when baked.
- Drizzle olive oil over the salmon, then evenly sprinkle minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried dill across the surface of each fillet.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the seasoned salmon, allowing the citrus to enhance the fish’s natural flavors.
- Arrange the seasoned salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other for even cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute throughout the fish.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
- Plate immediately and enjoy the perfectly baked, tender, and flavorful salmon.
Notes
- Ensure salmon is patted completely dry to achieve a golden, crispy exterior that locks in moisture and creates a delightful texture.
- Use high-quality fresh salmon for the best flavor, preferring wild-caught varieties which offer richer taste and better nutritional profile.
- Experiment with alternative seasonings like smoked paprika, herb blends, or Asian-inspired marinades to transform the basic recipe into exciting global variations.
- Adjust cooking time based on salmon thickness, checking doneness earlier for thinner fillets to prevent overcooking and maintain succulent, tender meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg