Low Fat Oven Baked Salmon
Savor the delicate flavors of this *Low Fat Oven Baked Salmon*, a simple yet elegant dish perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a special occasion. This light and nutritious recipe features tender salmon fillets brushed with a zesty lemon-garlic and fresh dill mixture, then baked to perfection for a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The addition of a creamy, tangy Greek yogurt sauce elevates each bite, adding a refreshing twist without piling on the calories. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, this low-fat, high-protein meal pairs wonderfully with a crisp side salad or steamed vegetables. Perfect for health-conscious eaters or anyone seeking a quick, delicious, and wholesome main course, this dish delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Keywords: low fat salmon recipe, oven baked salmon, healthy salmon dinner, quick salmon recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 oz each) salmon fillet
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Zest the lemon to obtain approximately 1 teaspoon of zest, then cut the lemon in half and juice it to get about 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and set aside.
Arrange the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped dill, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the lemon-garlic mixture evenly over each salmon fillet, ensuring they're well coated.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon bakes, prepare a simple yogurt sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt with a pinch of salt and pepper. You can add a little more chopped dill or lemon juice if desired.
Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Serve the salmon hot, with a spoonful of the yogurt sauce on top, and enjoy the dish accompanied by a side salad or steamed vegetables for a low-fat, nutritious meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.6 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 38.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 470 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 4376 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 176.1 g | 352% | |
| Vitamin D | 93.2 mcg | 466% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 3251 mg | 69% | |
*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.
