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Delicious baked salmon served with lemon and herbs on a plate

Baked Salmon

A quick and easy baked salmon dish that's healthy and bursting with flavor, perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 piece lemon, sliced
  • Fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or dill) for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets.
  5. Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly on top.
  6. Place lemon slices on each fillet.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  2. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

Serve with roasted veggies or mashed potatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.