Baked Salmon Lemon Herbs (Printable)
Tender salmon baked with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs for a flavorful, healthy main dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Fish
01 - 4 salmon fillets, about 5.3 oz each, skin optional
→ Marinade & Flavorings
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
07 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced
08 - Juice of 1 lemon
09 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
10 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish (optional)
11 - Lemon wedges
12 - Additional chopped herbs
# How to Prepare:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking tray by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
02 - Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared tray.
03 - Combine olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, dill, chives, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
04 - Evenly spoon the herb mixture over each salmon fillet.
05 - Top each fillet with a few thin lemon slices.
06 - Place in the oven and bake for 16 to 20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and centers are opaque.
07 - Remove from oven, garnish with extra herbs and lemon wedges if desired, and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes like you spent an hour cooking but you were in and out of the kitchen in less time than it takes to order takeout.
- The lemon and herbs make the whole house smell like a coastal bistro without any fancy technique required.
02 -
- Check the thickest part of the fillet with a fork at 16 minutes, overcooked salmon turns chalky and no amount of lemon will save it.
- If you marinate the salmon for 20 to 30 minutes before baking, the flavors soak in deeper and the fish tastes even more vibrant.
03 -
- Let the salmon sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before baking so it cooks more evenly and stays tender in the center.
- Save any leftover herb oil from the pan and toss it with pasta or drizzle it over roasted potatoes the next day.