Broiled Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful Broiled Salmon recipe! Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets brushed with a zesty marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and smoky paprika, this dish comes together in just under 20 minutes. The broiler adds a beautiful caramelized finish, enhancing the vibrant flavors of the marinade. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of salt and pepper, this healthy seafood dish is complemented by freshly chopped parsley and served with lemon wedges for a bright, citrusy touch. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a nutritious meal for the family, this easy broiled salmon recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven broiler to high and position a rack about 6 inches from the heating element.
Line a baking sheet or broiler pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup and lightly grease the foil with a little olive oil.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Brush the marinade generously over the top of each salmon fillet, making sure they are evenly coated.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler and broil the salmon for 6–8 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly caramelized, and the salmon easily flakes with a fork. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Remove the salmon from the oven and allow it to rest for 2 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 349 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 276 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.
