Microwaved Steamed Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and healthy Microwaved Steamed Salmon recipe, ready in just under 10 minutes! Featuring tender salmon fillets lightly seasoned with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic, this dish is enhanced with zesty lemon slices and a drizzle of fresh lemon juice for a burst of bright flavor. Using the microwave for cooking keeps the salmon moist and flaky, while minimizing cleanup and maximizing convenience. Perfect for a busy weeknight or a last-minute meal, this easy steamed salmon pairs wonderfully with your favorite veggies or rice for a light yet satisfying dinner. Garnish with fresh dill for an optional herby finish and enjoy a nutritious meal without breaking a sweat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6-ounce each) salmon fillet
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
- 1 teaspoon (chopped) fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Cut the lemon in half. Slice one half into thin rounds and juice the other half.
Brush the salmon fillets lightly with olive oil on both sides. Season them with sea salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.
Place the salmon fillets in a microwave-safe dish with the skin side down. Arrange the lemon slices on top of the salmon.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the fillets for extra flavor.
Cover the dish tightly with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a microwave-safe lid, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.
Microwave the salmon on high for 3-4 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. Check for doneness by ensuring the salmon flakes easily with a fork and has an opaque color throughout.
If the salmon is not fully cooked, continue microwaving in 30-second intervals until done.
Carefully remove the dish from the microwave (it will be hot!). Allow the salmon to rest for 1-2 minutes.
Garnish with fresh dill if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your steamed salmon with a side of vegetables or rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1085 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.9 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 2171 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 87.7 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 46.6 mcg | 233% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1711 mg | 36% | |
*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.
