Whole30 Oven-Baked Salmon Fillet

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Whole30 Oven-Baked Salmon Fillet—an easy, healthy, and flavor-packed recipe that's perfect for busy lifestyles. Succulent salmon fillets are brushed with heart-healthy olive oil and brightened with fresh lemon juice and zest, while fragrant garlic and dill infuse each bite with irresistible aromatics. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 15-minute bake in the oven, you’ll have a flaky, tender salmon dish that’s Whole30-compliant and naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb. Garnished with tangy lemon slices, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s as effortless as it is delicious. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner for two!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

2 pieces salmon fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 whole lemon
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons fresh dill
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil evenly over each fillet.

Step 5

Zest the lemon and then cut it in half. Squeeze the juice from one half over the salmon.

Step 6

Mince the garlic cloves and sprinkle them over the salmon fillets.

Step 7

Finely chop the fresh dill and scatter it over the fillets.

Step 8

Season the fillets with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Slice the remaining half of the lemon into thin rounds and place them on top of the salmon.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(349.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	740.4

Total Fat 56.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 100mg	0%
Sodium 1385.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 53.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 36.2mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 138.2mg	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: 67.5%

Protein: 28.4%

Carbs: 4.1%