Herb Baked Salmon with Lemon
Delight your taste buds with this Herb Baked Salmon with Lemon, a quick and healthy dinner option that’s bursting with flavor! Fresh salmon fillets are drizzled with olive oil and infused with the zesty brightness of lemon juice, complemented by aromatic garlic, fresh parsley, and dill for a fragrant, herbaceous crust. A sprinkle of paprika, salt, and pepper adds a touch of earthy spice, while thin lemon slices bake to perfection atop the fillets, locking in moisture and citrusy tang. Ready in just 25 minutes, this oven-baked salmon is a crowd-pleaser that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve it with roasted veggies, a hearty grain, or a crisp green salad for an effortlessly elegant meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy baked salmon recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large lemon
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if it hasn’t been removed.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salmon fillets to keep them moist while baking.
Finely mince the garlic and sprinkle it over the salmon for a fragrant, flavorful base.
Chop the fresh parsley and dill, then scatter them over the fillets evenly to coat them with herbs.
Cut the lemon in half. Juice one half and drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the salmon, then cut the other half into thin slices and lay them on top of the fillets.
Season the salmon with salt, black pepper, and paprika for a balanced and lightly spiced flavor.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork and is opaque in the center.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the herb-baked salmon with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1215 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.5 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2770 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 105.9 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 250 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.
