Heart-Healthy Perfectly Seasoned Baked Salmon
Infused with vibrant, heart-healthy flavors, this Perfectly Seasoned Baked Salmon is the ultimate nutritious and delicious dinner option. Prepared with tender salmon fillets, brushed with a zesty olive oil and lemon blend, and generously seasoned with garlic, dill, paprika, and black pepper, this recipe delivers balanced, aromatic goodness in every bite. A slice of fresh lemon atop each fillet adds a burst of citrus, while chopped parsley provides a refreshing finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ideal weeknight dinner that’s both easy and elegant. Serve this flaky and flavorful salmon with your favorite sides, like steamed veggies or quinoa, for a wholesome meal that supports a healthy lifestyle. Perfect for seafood lovers looking for quick, nutrient-packed recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices lemon slices
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
In another small bowl, mix the dried dill weed, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet skin-side down.
Brush the salmon fillets generously with the olive oil and lemon mixture.
Sprinkle the seasoned herb mixture evenly over each salmon fillet.
Place a lemon slice on top of each fillet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon easily flakes with a fork.
Remove from oven and let rest for a couple of minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1534 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.6 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 1733 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 142.8 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 203 mg | 4% | |
*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.
