Description
A simple and delicious Lemon Garlic Baked Salmon recipe that cooks in just 25 minutes, featuring tender salmon fillets infused with fresh garlic, zesty lemon slices, and a touch of olive oil, perfect for a healthy and flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets
Seasoning and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the salmon.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make clean-up easier.
- Arrange Salmon: Place the salmon fillets evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Add Olive Oil: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil evenly over each salmon fillet to keep them moist and flavorful during baking.
- Season Fillets: Sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and pepper over the salmon fillets for a robust flavor.
- Add Lemon Slices: Place lemon slices on top of each fillet to infuse a citrusy aroma and bright taste.
- Bake Salmon: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately for a fresh and delightful meal.
Notes
- Check the thickness of your salmon fillets to adjust baking time if necessary; thicker fillets may require a few extra minutes.
- For added flavor, marinate the salmon with olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice for 15 minutes before baking.
- Use fresh lemons for best citrus flavor, but bottled lemon juice can be a substitute in a pinch.
- The salmon can be cooked on foil instead of parchment paper if preferred.
- Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
