High Protein Lemon Herb Baked Salmon
Brighten up your dinner table with this **High Protein Lemon Herb Baked Salmon**, a flavorful and nutritious dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. This recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets brushed with a zesty marinade made from fresh lemon juice and zest, olive oil, garlic, and a fragrant blend of dill and parsley. A touch of paprika adds subtle smokiness, while thin lemon slices bake to perfection atop the salmon, infusing each bite with citrusy vibrance. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome, protein-packed dish is not only easy to prepare but also delivers a beautifully balanced medley of fresh, herbaceous, and tangy flavors. Serve it with roasted veggies, a crisp side salad, or your favorite grains for a complete, healthy meal your family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets
- 2 whole Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Zest and juice one lemon, then slice the other into thin rounds.
In a small bowl, mix the lemon zest and juice with olive oil, chopped dill, chopped parsley, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create the marinade.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet skin-side down.
Brush the salmon fillets generously with the lemon herb marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
Lay the lemon slices over the top of the salmon fillets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
Remove the salmon from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.6 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2772 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 106.5 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 327 mg | 7% | |
*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.
