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A perfectly cooked baked salmon fillet with crispy skin

Baked Salmon

This recipe provides a simple and fast way to prepare delicious baked salmon, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 count Salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 count Lemon sliced
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Dried dill
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Seasoning & Baking
  1. Drizzle olive oil over each salmon fillet, ensuring an even coating.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and black pepper, then sprinkle this seasoning blend over the salmon.
  3. Place lemon slices on top of each fillet, then bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Serving
  1. Remove the salmon from the oven and serve immediately with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the salmon for 15 minutes before baking. Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your salmon fillets.