Description
An easy dish packed with flavor, Zesty Garlic and Lemon Roasted Salmon combines garlic and lemon to brighten the natural taste of salmon, making it a healthy meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush them with the garlic and lemon mixture.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Be cautious not to overcook the salmon for the best texture. Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg