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Baked Salmon

Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Yield: 4 people
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Calories: 292kcal
Author: Jessica Gavin
Baked salmon recipe seasoned with garlic, roasted lemons, and fresh herbs. A healthy family dinner ready in just 30 minutes. 

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pound (681 g) salmon fillet
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter melted
  • ½ teaspoons (1 g) kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon (10 g) minced garlic
  • 8 lemon wedges
  • 1 teaspoon chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon chopped dill

Special Equipment

Instructions

  • Set the oven rack to the center position—Preheat to 375ºF (191ºC).
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and lightly grease with vegetable oil or cooking spray.
  • Place salmon on the sheet, skin-side down (if still intact). Brush half of the melted butter over the fillet. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the rest of the butter on top.
  •  Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the salmon. Place lemon wedges around the sides.
  • Bake until the thickest part reaches an internal temperature of 125ºF (52ºC), about 12 minutes.
  • Change the oven setting to broil on high. Cook until the surface is a light golden color and garlic just begins to brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Carefully remove and discard the skin, then transfer to a serving platter.
  • Garnish with parsley and dill, serve with roasted lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Make it Whole30: Ghee or extra-virgin olive oil can be substituted for butter. Substitute kosher salt for sea salt.
  • Larger Side of Salmon: Adjust cooking time as needed until the 125ºF (52ºC) internal temperature is reached.
  • Individual Fillets: Cut into 4 to 6-ounce pieces. Bake according to recipe directions. Check for doneness a few minutes earlier to prevent overcooking.
  • Storing: Store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat: Cover and reheat in the microwave in 30-second intervals until warm. Bake on a foil-lined sheet pan at 275ºF (175ºC) until warm, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcal | Protein: 33g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 366mg | Potassium: 833mg | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 1.1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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