Chive Baked Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and easy Chive Baked Salmon recipe! Succulent salmon fillets are infused with the bright, herbaceous essence of fresh chives, zesty lemon, and a hint of garlic, while a touch of butter adds irresistible richness. This oven-baked approach ensures the salmon remains moist and tender, ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for busy evenings, this healthy yet indulgent dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a refreshing green salad, or fluffy steamed rice. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or meal prepping for the week, this recipe brings gourmet taste to your table with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-ounce each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons (finely chopped) fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole (zested and juiced) lemon
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (cut into small pieces) butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced apart.
In a small bowl, mix the chopped chives, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the chive marinade.
Spoon the chive marinade evenly over the salmon fillets, making sure to coat the tops well.
Top each fillet with a few small pieces of butter to add richness and moisture during baking.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional fresh chives if desired and serve with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, a green salad, or steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1742 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.4 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 338 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 3055 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 143.1 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 137 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.
