Easy Baked Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and *Easy Baked Salmon* recipe—a perfect combination of simplicity and gourmet appeal. Made with tender salmon fillets brushed with a zesty marinade of olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon, garlic, and aromatic spices like paprika and oregano, this dish is roasted to tender perfection in just 15 minutes. The result? Perfectly flaky, juicy salmon that’s bursting with flavor in every bite. Garnished with fresh parsley and ideal for pairing with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad, this wholesome and protein-packed meal is as nutritious as it is delicious. With minimal prep time and easy cleanup, this baked salmon recipe is your go-to for quick, healthy dinners that don’t compromise on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (roughly 6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole (zested and juiced) lemon
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
- as needed nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Lightly spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if applicable.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
Brush the olive oil mixture evenly over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are fully coated in the marinade.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
Sprinkle the baked salmon with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a simple green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.9 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2914 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 143.3 g | 287% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 244 mg | 5% | |
*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.
