Whole Oven Cooked Salmon
Elevate your next dinner gathering with this stunning Whole Oven Cooked Salmon, a show-stopping dish that's as elegant as it is flavorful. This recipe features a whole salmon, beautifully seasoned and stuffed with aromatic rosemary, thyme, crushed garlic, and vibrant lemon slices. A drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice ensures the fish stays moist, while dollops of butter add indulgent richness. Baked to perfection in a parchment or foil tent, this method locks in flavor and keeps the salmon tender and flaky. With just 20 minutes of prep, this easy yet impressive meal feeds six and shines when garnished with fresh parsley. Pair it with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete feast that's perfect for special occasions or a hearty family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 approximately 4-5 pounds whole salmon (gutted and scaled)
- 2 lemon
- 5 garlic cloves
- 4 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 4 fresh thyme sprigs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet or roasting pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Rinse the whole salmon under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Place it onto the prepared baking sheet.
Slice one lemon into thin rounds and juice the other lemon. Set both aside.
Peel and crush the garlic cloves lightly with the flat side of a knife to release their flavors.
Rub the salmon generously with olive oil, both inside the cavity and on the skin.
Season the interior and exterior of the salmon with sea salt and black pepper.
Stuff the cavity of the salmon with half of the lemon slices, crushed garlic cloves, rosemary sprigs, and thyme sprigs.
Drizzle the salmon with the fresh lemon juice and top it with the remaining lemon slices. Add dollops of butter across the top of the fish for extra richness.
Fold the parchment paper or foil loosely over the salmon, creating a tent to trap steam while leaving room for air circulation. This helps the fish stay moist.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the fish reaches 145°F (63°C) and the flesh flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before carefully transferring it to a serving platter.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 301.9 g | 387% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.6 g | 378% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1209 mg | 403% | |
| Sodium | 5887 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 404.2 g | 808% | |
| Vitamin D | 238.7 mcg | 1194% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 7385 mg | 157% | |
*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.
