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Baked Salmon Recipe

This baked salmon recipe is a quick, flavorful, and healthy dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The salmon fillets are brushed with a rich lemon butter sauce, seasoned with garlic and herbs, and baked until tender and flaky. It’s one of the easiest and most reliable ways to make perfectly cooked salmon every time.

baked salmon recipe with mayo
baked salmon recipe with mayo

Ingredients

  • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice (plus lemon slices for garnish)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped dill

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Allow the salmon fillets to rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes before baking.
  • In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and lemon juice together.
  • Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish and brush them generously with the butter mixture.
  • Sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and pepper evenly over the fillets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Remove from the oven and top with fresh parsley and dill.
  • Garnish with lemon slices and serve immediately.
baked salmon recipe brown sugar
baked salmon recipe brown sugar

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 fillets