Heart-Healthy Oven Baked Salmon

Elevate your dinner game with this Heart-Healthy Oven Baked Salmon, a simple yet flavorful recipe that's perfect for a nutritious weeknight meal or an elegant gathering. This dish combines tender, flaky salmon fillets brushed with a zesty mixture of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and dill, then oven-bakes to perfection alongside juicy cherry tomatoes and vibrant spinach. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes in the oven, this wholesome recipe not only saves you time but also delivers a nutrient-packed, low-fat meal that's bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors. Ideal for those seeking a quick, healthy, and delicious dinner, this salmon recipe pairs beautifully with a side of whole grains or a crisp salad for a complete, heart-smart dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 whole Lemon
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups Spinach leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with a small amount of olive oil.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, the juice of half a lemon, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Brush the olive oil and herb mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.

Step 5

Cut the remaining half of the lemon into thin slices and place them on top of the salmon fillets.

Step 6

Place the cherry tomatoes and spinach leaves around the salmon on the baking sheet, drizzling them with a small amount of olive oil to coat.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let rest for a minute before serving with the roasted tomatoes and spinach.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	811.2 grams (811.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1246

Total Fat 84.80g	109%
Saturated Fat 12.40g	62%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 1643mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 17.00g	6%
Dietary Fiber 9.30g	33%
Total Sugars 5.60g
Protein 108.40g	217%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 118mg	9%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 837mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.3%

Protein: 34.3%

Carbs: 5.4%