Baked Salmon with Green Onion Garnish
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistible Baked Salmon with Green Onion Garnish! This quick and healthy recipe combines tender, flaky salmon with a vibrant medley of fresh green onions and zesty lemon zest for a dish that's as flavorful as it is simple to prepare. Seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, and a touch of citrusy brightness from freshly squeezed lemon juice, the salmon is baked to perfection in just 15 minutes. Topped with the fresh crunch of thinly sliced green onions, this meal is not only packed with flavor but also boasts a beautiful presentation. With minimal prep time and wholesome ingredients, this easy baked salmon recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant, stress-free dinner party centerpiece. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a light salad for a complete, nutritious meal that's ready in under 30 minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 stalks green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salmon fillets.
Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder over the fillets to season them evenly.
Pour the lemon juice over the salmon, ensuring that each fillet gets a touch of brightness from the citrus.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the flesh easily flakes with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
While the salmon is baking, prepare the green onion garnish by thinly slicing the green onions and combining them with the lemon zest in a small bowl.
Once baked, remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes.
Sprinkle the green onion and lemon zest mixture generously over the salmon before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 84.2 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2771 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.1 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 105.2 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 180 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
