Easy Baked Salmon with Arugula
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Easy Baked Salmon with Arugula, a delightful combination of rich, flaky salmon and a vibrant, tangy arugula salad. This recipe highlights fresh and wholesome ingredients like tender salmon fillets, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic, baked to perfection in just 15 minutes. Paired with a refreshing side of peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, and savory shaved Parmesan, tossed in a light balsamic vinaigrette, this dish strikes the perfect balance between healthy and indulgent. With minimal prep time and simple, elegant flavors, it's an ideal choice for busy nights or casual entertaining. Perfectly paired with your favorite glass of white wine, this nutrient-packed dish will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 5 cups arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, shaved
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle each fillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and squeeze half of the lemon over them.
Sprinkle the minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper evenly over the fillets.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is baking, prepare the arugula salad. In a large bowl, combine the arugula, halved cherry tomatoes, and shaved parmesan cheese.
Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad. Toss gently to coat the greens evenly. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
Once the salmon is done, transfer it to plates and serve alongside the arugula salad.
Garnish with additional lemon wedges, if desired, and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.3 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 260 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 3708 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 129.5 g | 259% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 892 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 989 mg | 21% | |
*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.
