Ingredients
– 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces or approximately 170 grams each)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
– ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper (adjust if using finely ground)
– 2 teaspoons minced garlic
– 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning blend or herbs de Provence (or ¼ teaspoon each of dried thyme, parsley, oregano, and basil)
– 1 medium lemon
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and lightly grease a large baking pan to avoid sticking.
2-Place the salmon fillets on the pan and season them generously with salt and pepper for a solid flavor base.
3-Mix together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning, and the juice of half the lemon.
4-Spoon this mixture over the salmon, rubbing it evenly across the tops and sides to keep everything moist and flavorful.
5-Thinly slice the remaining half of the lemon and place one slice on each fillet for a fresh citrus touch.
6-Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork; broil for the last 1-2 minutes for a crisp top if you like.
7-Optionally, garnish with fresh thyme or parsley before serving to add a pop of color and taste.
Last Step:
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🔥 Avoid cooking at too high or too low temperature to prevent dryness.
🐟 Keep skin on fillets to help retain moisture during cooking.
🥡 Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days and reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 306 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 366 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 94 mg