Baked Salmon with White Wine
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this elegant yet easy-to-make Baked Salmon with White Wine. This recipe pairs tender, flaky salmon fillets with the bright flavors of fresh lemon, aromatic thyme, and a buttery, garlicky finish—all enhanced by a splash of dry white wine for a touch of sophistication. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish requires minimal prep, making it perfect for busy evenings or entertaining guests. Baking the salmon covered ensures it stays moist and flavorful, while a quick uncovering at the end adds a hint of golden color. Serve this versatile dish with your favorite sides, like steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad, for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal right at home. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is sure to impress with its simplicity and unbeatable flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 whole (sliced into rounds) lemon
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (cut into small cubes) butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the salmon fillets in a single layer.
Place the salmon fillets in the prepared dish, skin-side down if the skin is on.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salmon fillets.
Add the minced garlic on top of the fillets, spreading it evenly.
Season the salmon with salt and black pepper.
Lay the lemon slices over the salmon, overlapping them slightly, and tuck the fresh thyme sprigs around the fillets.
Pour the white wine around the salmon fillets in the baking dish.
Distribute the butter cubes over the top of the fillets.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the foil during the last 3-5 minutes of baking to lightly brown the tops, if desired.
Serve the baked salmon immediately with the pan juices spooned over top. Pair with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1937 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.4 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 338 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 3067 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 143.3 g | 287% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 301 mg | 6% | |
*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.
