Good and Easy Salmon
Transform your weeknight dinners with this "Good and Easy Salmon" recipe—a delightful blend of simplicity and flavor that's perfect for busy schedules. Featuring tender salmon fillets brushed with a zesty marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic, this dish is elevated with a hint of paprika and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this oven-baked salmon recipe guarantees perfectly moist and flaky fish every time. Serve it with roasted vegetables, steamed rice, or a crisp salad for an easy, healthy meal that's as satisfying as it is effortless. With its wholesome ingredients and quick prep time, this is the ultimate go-to recipe for lovers of fresh, flavor-packed seafood.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 wedges lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if applicable.
Brush or drizzle the marinade generously over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the flesh easily flakes with a fork and is opaque in the center. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a minute or two. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for added freshness and flavor.
Serve the salmon warm with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus. Pair with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, steamed rice, or a crisp green salad.
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 | 374 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 109 mg | 2% | |
*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.
