Name: The Best Baked Salmon Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb salmon fillet (cut into 4 filets); 2 Tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped); 2 Tbsp extra light olive oil (or vegetable oil); 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice; 3 garlic cloves (minced, pressed, or grated); 1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp fine sea salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper (freshly cracked); 1/2 lemon (sliced into 4 rings for garnish)

Description

A simple yet flavorful baked salmon dish that combines garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb salmon fillet (cut into 4 filets)
2 Tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
2 Tbsp extra light olive oil (or vegetable oil)
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
3 garlic cloves (minced, pressed, or grated)
1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
1/8 tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
1/2 lemon (sliced into 4 rings for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 450°F.
Line a rimmed baking sheet with silicone liner, parchment paper, or foil.
Arrange salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet.
In a small bowl, combine parsley, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
Spread the marinade generously over the salmon fillets and place a slice of lemon on each piece.
Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes until salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, marinate salmon for at least 30 minutes before baking. Use an instant-read thermometer to check internal temperature, aiming for 145°F.