Description
Baked Lemon Garlic Salmon is a vibrant seafood dish that bursts with zesty flavors and aromatic garlic. Tender salmon fillets are marinated in a delightful mix of fresh lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil before being baked to perfection. This dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also makes for an impressive centerpiece at any dinner table. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy weeknight meal or entertaining guests, this flavorful salmon recipe is sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray or olive oil.
- Pat salmon fillets dry; season with salt and pepper. In a bowl, mix garlic, lemon juice, zest, and olive oil, then pour over the salmon.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Let rest for a couple of minutes before serving; drizzle any remaining sauce over each fillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 622mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 100mg