Description
A simple and healthy baked salmon recipe that’s tender, flaky, and full of flavor, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if applicable.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the mixture evenly over each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from oven and let rest for a couple of minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the seasoning mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
- Adjust baking time depending on the thickness of the fillets.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg