Lemon Herb Baked Salmon

Tender, flaky salmon baked with lemon, garlic, dill and a drizzle of olive oil. A heart-healthy dinner that takes just 20 minutes.

Prep5 min
Cook15 min
Total20 min
Serves4
LevelEasy
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Lemon Herb Baked Salmon
Calories
320
Protein
34g
Carbs
2g
Fat
19g
Nutrition is an estimate per serving, calculated from the ingredients listed. Values vary by brand and portion size.

Instructions

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  1. Heat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Place the salmon skin-side down on the sheet and pat the tops dry with a paper towel.
  3. In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs, salt and pepper.
  4. Spoon the mixture over the fillets and top each one with a lemon slice.
  5. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F in the thickest part.
  6. Serve right away with extra lemon wedges, rice or a green salad.

Cook's tips

  • Thinner fillets cook faster — start checking at 10 minutes.
  • Leftovers are delicious cold, flaked over a salad the next day.