Low Carb Oven-Baked Salmon with Lemon and Herbs
Brighten up your dinner table with this *Low Carb Oven-Baked Salmon with Lemon and Herbs*, a healthy and flavorful recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining! Juicy, tender salmon fillets are drizzled with olive oil, infused with zesty lemon juice and fresh herbs like parsley and dill, and topped with a fresh lemon slice for a burst of citrusy aroma. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 20-minute bake, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, this dish is light, keto-friendly, and low-carb while offering a protein-packed meal. Serve this oven-baked salmon with a side of roasted veggies or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, fuss-free dinner your family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 slices lemon slices
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the salmon fillets.
Zest the lemon using a fine grater and sprinkle the zest evenly over the salmon fillets.
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over the salmon, being careful to remove any seeds.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and fresh dill, and mince the garlic cloves. Mix together in a small bowl.
Sprinkle the herb and garlic mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
Season the salmon with salt and black pepper according to your taste.
Top each salmon fillet with a slice of lemon.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the oven, let it rest for a couple of minutes, then serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.4 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 1590 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 105.7 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 229 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.
