Baked Whole Salmon Fillet
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
269 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Baked Whole Salmon Fillet
Description
The recipe starts by rinsing and drying a whole salmon fillet around 2.3 pounds. The salmon is brushed evenly with vegetable oil and seasoned with salt, garlic powder, dried parsley, and fresh rosemary sprigs. It is then baked at 400°F for 8 minutes, followed by broiling on the top rack for 5 minutes until lightly golden. This two-step cooking approach ensures the salmon cooks through gently while the broil step develops a subtle crust without drying.
This technique keeps the salmon tender, soft, and moist, avoiding toughness common with overbaking. The combination of garlic powder and fresh rosemary adds an aromatic element complementing the fish’s natural flavor.
The fillet can be served alongside rice, roasted potatoes, or vegetables. Adjust baking times for larger fillets — for 3 to 4 pounds, increase bake time to 10-12 minutes but keep 5 minutes broiling. Monitoring cooking time is key to retain optimal texture.
Ingredients
- 2.31 pounds salmon (1 piece of whole salmon fillet)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon parsley dried
- 2 ticks rosemary 0.2 oz or 1 tablespoon, fresh
Instructions
- Wrap a piece of foil on the tray.
- Rinse a whole salmon fillet (2.31 pounds), dry it with paper towels and lay on the tray with a foil.
- After that pour 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil on the salmon and use a brush to brush it even along the fillet.
- Next, sprinkle ½ teaspoon of salt (you can add more or less) and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder on the fillet.
- The following step, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of dried parsley.
- Then, sprinkle 2 sticks of fresh rosemary (1 tablespoon or 0.2 oz) on the top of the salmon fillet.
- Preheat the oven at 400F. Bake it at 400F for 8 minutes. Then, change it to broil and move the rack to the top. Broil it for 5 minutes or until it's a little bit golden brown. (The baking time depends on the size of the fillet. This whole salmon fillet is 2.31 pounds and I baked it for 8 minutes and broiled it for 5 minutes. If the fillet is 3 or 4 pounds, bake it for 10 -12 minutes. Then, broil it for 5 minutes.)
- Lastly, you can serve it with rice, roasted potatoes, asparagus or other vegetables that you like.
Notes
- Dry the salmon fillet thoroughly before seasoning to help the oil and spices adhere better.
- Bake at 400°F then broil at the end to achieve a golden surface without overcooking the interior.
- Adjust bake time depending on the size of the salmon fillet; larger fillets require longer baking before broiling.
- Avoid overbaking to keep salmon moist and tender rather than dry and tough.
- Serve hot with rice, roasted potatoes, or vegetables for a balanced meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 269kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.3g | 0% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 271mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 861mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.01g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 80IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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