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Best Baked Salmon
This is my go-to recipe for perfectly moist and flakey baked salmon! The fillets are coated in a delicious garlic butter sauce and baked in the oven for just 15 minutes. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 296 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice plus more lemon slices for garnish
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped dill
Instructions
- Brush the salmon. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and let the salmon come to room temperature for 15 minutes. Mix the melted butter and lemon juice (I use the juice from ¼ slice of lemon) in a small bowl. Then, place the salmon in the baking dish and brush the butter mix all over.
- Bake the salmon. Top the salmon with the minced garlic, salt, and pepper, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Garnish and serve. Sprinkle the fresh parsley and dill on the salmon before serving.
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Notes
- I find that baking at 375°F (190°C) is ideal for keeping salmon moist and preventing overcooking, even if it’s left in the oven a minute or two longer. But, keep in mind that the cooking time will depend on the fillet’s size and thickness.
- A standard fillet needs 12 to 13 minutes
- A thicker fillet needs 13 to 15 minutes
- A whole side of salmon needs 15 to 20 minutes.
The best temperature: I find that baking at 375°F (190°C) is ideal for keeping salmon moist and preventing overcooking, even if it’s left in the oven a minute or two longer. But, keep in mind that the cooking time will depend on the fillet’s size and thickness.
A standard fillet needs 12 to 13 minutes A thicker fillet needs 13 to 15 minutes A whole side of salmon needs 15 to 20 minutes.
- A standard fillet needs 12 to 13 minutes
- A thicker fillet needs 13 to 15 minutes
- A whole side of salmon needs 15 to 20 minutes.
- Storage tips: The fillets will stay good in the fridge for 3 to 4 days in a sealed container.
- If you're dairy-sensitive you can use ghee or a light brush with olive oil as well.
- I love to use this casserole pan for baked salmon, but I've got a few more options listed on the Shop page!
Nutrition Information
Calories
296kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
34g
(68%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
109mg
(36%)
Sodium
125mg
(5%)
Potassium
846mg
(24%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
247IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
26mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 125mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 846mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 247IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.