Real Copper River Salmon
Elevate seafood night with this irresistible recipe for Real Copper River Salmon, a flavorful and foolproof way to showcase one of the world's most sought-after wild salmon varieties. This dish highlights the rich, buttery taste of Copper River salmon with a delectable marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and chopped dill. The fillet is oven-baked to perfection, ensuring tender, flaky results every time, while a hint of salt and pepper enhances its natural flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is as quick as it is elegant, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve with fresh lemon wedges for a vibrant, citrusy finish that brings everything together. Perfectly simple yet undeniably gourmet—this is salmon at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Copper River Salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Place the Copper River salmon fillet skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper to make a marinade.
Brush the marinade generously over the salmon fillet, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Let the salmon sit with the marinade for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until the fillet flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the salmon from the oven and allow it to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Slice the fillet into portions and serve with fresh lemon wedges on the side for added brightness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.3 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 1454 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 101.1 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 64.6 mcg | 323% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1985 mg | 42% | |
*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.
