Easy Baked Salmon Recipe
Perfectly flaky, juicy, and packed with flavor! This Easy Baked Salmon Recipe is your go-to for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal.
Equipment
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Brush or spoon for marinade
Ingredients
- 4 Salmon filets
- 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Cloves Garlic minced
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 Teaspoon Sea salt
- 1/8 Teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 4 Slices Lemon for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F).
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.4 Salmon filets
- In a small bowl, mix together the parsley, garlic, oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.2 Tablespoons fresh parsley, 2 Tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil, 3 Cloves Garlic, 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 Tablespoons Fresh lemon juice, 1/2 Teaspoon Sea salt, 1/8 Teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- Generously spread the marinade over the top and sides of each salmon fillet. Place a lemon slice on top of each piece.4 Slices Lemon
- Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes or until the salmon is flaky and just cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 62.8 °C (145°F) at the thickest part when checked with an instant-read thermometer. Avoid overcooking.
Notes
Tips & Tricks
- Avoid marinating for too long, as the lemon juice will start to cook the fish, making it tough.
- Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
- Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to two days.
Nutrition
Calories: 313kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 409mgPotassium: 877mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 242IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 2mg
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