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Oven Baked Salmon

A delicious and healthy oven baked salmon recipe, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Keyword: oven baked salmon, healthy recipes, seafood dishes, quick meals
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 367kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon juice and zest
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Assorted vegetables e.g., asparagus, cherry tomatoes

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and dill.
  • Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Brush the fillets generously with the olive oil mixture.
  • Sprinkle lemon zest over the salmon.
  • Arrange your choice of vegetables around the salmon on the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
  • Use a fork to check for flakiness; the fish should easily flake apart.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcal | Protein: 22g | Fat: 28g | Fiber: 1g