Baked Salmon with Herb Sauce
Elevate your dinner table with this baked salmon with herb sauce—a wholesome, flavorful dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfectly cooked salmon fillets are seasoned with a simple garlic-lemon marinade and baked to flaky perfection, while the creamy herb sauce made with Greek yogurt, fresh parsley, dill, and chives adds a tangy, refreshing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a quick yet elegant weeknight meal or a healthy dinner party entrée. Serve this omega-3-rich dish with a side of roasted vegetables or steamed rice for a balanced and satisfying meal. Keywords: baked salmon, herb sauce, healthy salmon recipe, quick salmon dinner, creamy herb sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if the skin is still attached. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the fillets, then season with salt and black pepper. Rub the seasoning evenly over the salmon.
In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and the minced garlic. Brush this mixture over the salmon fillets.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
While the salmon is baking, prepare the herb sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt (or sour cream), remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, parsley, dill, chives, honey, and water. Mix until smooth and well-blended. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
Serve the salmon warm with a generous drizzle of the herb sauce on top or on the side. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 2411 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 308 mg | 7% | |
*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.
