Baked Salmon
280kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds salmon fillet skin-on or skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 lemon thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Equipment
- oven
- rimmed baking sheet
- small bowl
- pastry brush
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Pat the salmon fillet completely dry with paper towels and place it skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then brush this mixture evenly over the top and sides of the salmon.
- Arrange the thin lemon slices over the top of the seasoned salmon fillet.
- Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork at its thickest part.
- Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes before sprinkling with fresh parsley and serving.
Nutrition
Calories280kcalCarbohydrates2gProtein34gFat15gSaturated Fat2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat4gMonounsaturated Fat7gCholesterol85mgSodium520mgPotassium700mgVitamin A100IUVitamin C15mgCalcium25mgIron1mg
Notes
Patting the salmon dry is key for a better sear. Let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.