Lemon Herb Salmon
A quick and healthy Lemon Herb Salmon recipe that brings together fresh ingredients for a delightful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for the perfect baking environment.
- Mix the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped dill, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper in a small bowl until well mixed.
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Pour the lemon herb mixture generously over the salmon fillets, making sure each piece is well coated.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and let it bake for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the salmon from the oven and plate it warmly.
Notes
For best results, use wild-caught salmon. If using dried herbs instead of fresh, use about a third of the amount.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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