Paleo Lemon Herb Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Paleo Lemon Herb Salmon, a quick and healthy recipe bursting with fresh, zesty flavors! Perfectly tender salmon fillets are coated in a vibrant marinade made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, zesty lemon zest, fragrant garlic, and a medley of fresh parsley and dill, then baked to flaky perfection in just 15 minutes. This paleo-friendly dish embraces wholesome ingredients like nutrient-rich salmon and heart-healthy olive oil, making it as nourishing as it is delicious. Whether served with roasted veggies, a crisp salad, or cauliflower rice, this simple yet elegant recipe is a surefire way to impress your taste buds while sticking to your clean-eating goals.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillet
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the sheet.
Step 3
Zest the lemon and squeeze the juice into a small bowl.
Step 4
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Step 5
Chop the fresh parsley and dill finely.
Step 6
In a small mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, freshly chopped parsley, dill, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 7
Rub the mixture evenly over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
Step 8
Allow the salmon to marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Step 9
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the salmon for about 10-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Step 10
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Step 11
Serve the salmon warm, garnished with extra lemon wedges and fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (649.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1764.9 |
| Total Fat 127.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 30.9g | |
| Cholesterol 372.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3922.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.6g | |
| Protein 138.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2959.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 107.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2649.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories