Description
A simple and delicious recipe for baked lemon garlic salmon that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the lemon garlic mixture over the salmon fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the lemon garlic mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Baked Lemon Garlic Salmon, Salmon Recipe, Easy Salmon Dish