Heart-Healthy Oven-Baked Salmon Fillet
Elevate your dinner table with this Heart-Healthy Oven-Baked Salmon Fillet, a quick and delicious recipe perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. This dish highlights tender, flaky salmon fillets infused with the zesty flavors of fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and aromatic herbs like dill and parsley. A drizzle of olive oil adds a touch of richness, while a simple seasoning of sea salt and black pepper lets the natural flavors shine. The salmon is topped with vibrant lemon slices and baked to perfection in just 15 minutes, locking in moisture and nutrients for a meal bursting with omega-3 fatty acids. Serve it alongside your favorite heart-healthy vegetables or a crisp side salad for a wholesome, satisfying dinner that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this easy baked salmon recipe is sure to become a staple in your healthy eating routine!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 slices lemon slices
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, evenly spaced.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic to create a marinade.
Step 4
Drizzle the marinade over each salmon fillet, ensuring they are well-coated.
Step 5
Sprinkle the chopped fresh dill, parsley, sea salt, and ground black pepper evenly over the fillets.
Step 6
Place a lemon slice on top of each salmon fillet for additional flavor.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm with a side of your favorite heart-healthy vegetables or salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (638.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1760.5 |
| Total Fat 127.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 30.8g | |
| Cholesterol 372.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2759.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.4g | |
| Protein 138.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2959.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 99.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2627.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories