Roasted Tarragon Garlic Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Roasted Tarragon Garlic Salmon, a deliciously simple recipe that’s brimming with fresh, bold flavors. Perfectly flaky salmon fillets are generously brushed with a vibrant marinade of minced garlic, freshly chopped tarragon, zesty lemon juice, and a kick of paprika, then roasted to perfection in just 15 minutes. The combination of aromatic herbs and citrusy brightness makes this dish irresistibly flavorful while keeping it delightfully light and healthy. Ideal for busy evenings, this recipe is quick to prepare yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve it with roasted vegetables, a hearty grain like quinoa, or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal that’s wonderfully satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillet
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 large, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh tarragon
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if applicable.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped tarragon, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to form a flavorful marinade.

Step 4

Brush the marinade evenly over each salmon fillet, ensuring the tops are well coated.

Step 5

Let the salmon sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors while the oven finishes preheating.

Step 6

Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables, quinoa, or a fresh green salad. Garnish with additional fresh tarragon, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(769.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2166.8

Total Fat 153.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 38.2g
Cholesterol 469.5mg	0%
Sodium 4367.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.0g
Protein 175.1g	0%

Vitamin D 3728.5IU	0%
Calcium 153.8mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 3316.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.9%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 2.2%