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Baked Salmon with Herbs

Baked Salmon with Herbs

Discover the perfect Baked Salmon with Herbs recipe for a healthy, flavorful meal. Learn expert tips on seasoning and baking salmon to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 fillets salmon fillets (about 1-inch thick)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped (optional)
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • zest of 1 lemon
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • optional lemon slices for topping
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika for color (optional)

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or aluminum foil
  • Paper towels
  • Tweezers for pin bone removal
  • Instant-read thermometer optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (or adjust to 375°F for thicker pieces).
  2. Remove the salmon from the fridge about 15 minutes before cooking to come to room temperature.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  4. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  5. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared pan.
  6. Drizzle olive oil over each fillet.
  7. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  8. Press the chopped herbs and minced garlic onto the flesh side of the fish.
  9. Add lemon zest and lemon slices on top if desired.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
  11. Remove from the oven and let rest for a minute before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Feel free to mix and match herbs based on your preference; dill, parsley, and thyme are a great combo. Consider using dried herbs if fresh ones aren't available, but reduce the quantity to about one-third. For additional flavor, try adding a sprinkle of paprika or cayenne, and don’t hesitate to experiment with different combinations of herbs. Leftover salmon can easily be used in salads or grain bowls throughout the week. Store cooked salmon in the fridge for up to four days.
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