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Baked Herb and Lemon Salmon

Tender, omega-3 rich salmon fillets seasoned with an aromatic herb and lemon marinade, baked quickly and healthily in the oven.

30 min 4 servings 310 cal/serving Easy 9 views
Baked Herb and Lemon Salmon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven
    Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Herb Marinade
    In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dill, parsley, rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified. · 2 min
  3. Prep the Salmon
    Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels, then arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between each portion. · 1 min
  4. Season the Salmon
    Evenly spoon the marinade mixture over the salmon fillets, brushing the tops and sides well to coat thoroughly with the flavors. · 1 min
  5. Bake in the Oven
    Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through, tender, and flakes easily with a fork. · 15 min
  6. Rest and Serve
    Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 3 minutes, then serve hot with fresh lemon slices and sautéed vegetables or a green salad. · 3 min

Nutrition / serving

310
cal
34.5
protein g
2.5
carbs g
17
fat g

Chef's tips

Avoid overcooking the salmon so it doesn't dry out and lose its tenderness; it is done when its color shifts from deep translucent pink to opaque light pink and flakes easily with a fork.