Quick Lemon Herb Baked Salmon
A simple and healthy baked salmon recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 sprigs fresh dill
- 2 sprigs fresh parsley
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon fillet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle the salmon with olive oil.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Top the salmon with lemon slices, dill, and parsley.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve with your favorite steamed vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal.
- You can substitute other fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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