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Savory Lemon Baked Salmon

Savory Lemon Baked Salmon with Garlic and Fresh Herbs Recipe

A delightful Savory Lemon Baked Salmon featuring vibrant flavors and fresh herbs for a memorable meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 683

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon, skin removed (about 24 oz (680 g) total)
  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 slices lemon optional, for topping
  • extra herbs optional, for topping

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Small Saucepan or Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400?F (204?C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, aluminum foil, or a silicone baking mat. If using aluminum foil, brush lightly with olive oil.
  2. Arrange salmon fillets evenly spaced in the middle of the pan. If also roasting vegetables, arrange them around the perimeter of the pan.
  3. In a small saucepan or skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper. Spoon mixture evenly over the salmon fillets (and vegetables, if using). If desired, place a lemon slice on top of each salmon fillet.
  4. Bake for 15?20 minutes, depending on salmon thickness (about 10 minutes per 1-inch thickness measured from the thickest part of the fillet). Salmon should be opaque and flake easily with a fork; if desired, check with an instant-read thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 145?F (63?C).
  5. Serve warm. Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 683kcalCarbohydrates: 2.4gProtein: 79gFat: 38gSodium: 373.2mgSugar: 0.4g

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish by swapping out herbs or adding vegetables for a complete meal.

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