Lemon and Rosemary Salmon
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4.9
Lemon and Rosemary Salmon
Description
This recipe uses a 240 g salmon fillet seasoned with a rub made from crushed garlic cloves, finely chopped fresh rosemary, and lemon juice and zest. The mixture brings freshness and aromatic herbal flavor to the naturally rich salmon. The fish is baked in the oven at a moderate temperature for about 15 minutes until cooked through and flaky.
The cooking method keeps the salmon moist and tender, while the lemon cuts through the richness with a hint of acidity. Rosemary adds woodsy herb notes that complement the fish without overpowering it. Sea salt and black pepper provide subtle seasoning.
Serving lemon and rosemary salmon is straightforward and pairs well with light side dishes or seasonal vegetables. It can be prepared comfortably in the oven or cooked on a barbecue wrapped in foil for slightly different texture and flavor. This dish can be easily scaled up or down according to servings.
The recipe notes suggest enhancing sweetness with honey mixed into the rub, substituting rosemary with thyme or dill, topping with Parmesan before baking, and using side portions of salmon. Adjusting cooking method and amounts offers flexibility depending on preference and occasion.
Ingredients
- 240 g salmon fillet
- 2 garlic crushed, clove
- 1 lemon (juice and zest only)
- 2 teaspoon rosemary finely chopped, fresh
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200℃/180°C(fan)/400℉/Gas 6.
- Place 240 g Salmon fillet fillets on a baking sheet.
- Mix together 2 Garlic clove, juice of 1 Lemon, 2 teaspoon Fresh rosemary and 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper and rub over the salmon.
- Put into the oven and bake for around 15 minutes.
Notes
- Add a tablespoon of honey to the lemon, rosemary, and garlic mix for a touch of sweetness.
- The salmon can also be cooked on a barbecue wrapped in foil for approximately 20 minutes until done.
- If rosemary is not preferred, thyme or dill are suitable herb substitutes.
- Sprinkling Parmesan over the salmon before baking enhances flavor and adds a crisp topping.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Side portions of salmon can also be used to make this dish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 262kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 76mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 907mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 70IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 29.5mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
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