Baked Salmon with Lemon and Capers
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this elegant yet effortless Baked Salmon with Lemon and Capers. This heart-healthy recipe combines succulent salmon fillets with a bright, zesty marinade of fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and a hint of garlic, perfectly complemented by the briny tang of capers. Topped with slices of fresh lemon for a citrusy aroma and baked to tender perfection in just 20 minutes, this dish is both flavorful and nutritious. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Pair this versatile dish with roasted vegetables, fluffy quinoa, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings or entertaining guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Lemon slices
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if applicable.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and minced garlic to create the marinade.
Brush the marinade evenly over the tops of the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well-coated.
Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over the fillets for seasoning.
Scatter the capers over the salmon and place one lemon slice on top of each fillet for added flavor.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Once baked, remove the salmon from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve the baked salmon warm, paired with your choice of side dishes such as roasted vegetables, quinoa, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1534 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.6 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 3315 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 142.9 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 162 mg | 3% | |
*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.
