Oven Baked Salmon

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful and effortless Oven Baked Salmon recipe. Featuring tender salmon fillets brushed with olive oil, brightened by fresh lemon slices, and seasoned with a fragrant blend of garlic, paprika, and black pepper, this dish delivers restaurant-quality results in just 25 minutes. Baked to flaky perfection, it’s topped with a sprinkling of fresh dill for a vibrant, herbaceous finish. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this easy-to-make salmon pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this quick and healthy baked salmon recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (approximately 6 oz each) Salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large (sliced) Lemon
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 3

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 4

Arrange the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down if applicable.

Step 5

Drizzle each salmon fillet with olive oil and rub to coat all sides evenly.

Step 6

Squeeze half of the lemon over the salmon fillets, reserving the other half for garnish.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 8

Sprinkle the garlic mixture evenly over the tops of the salmon fillets.

Step 9

Place lemon slices on top of each salmon fillet.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 11

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh dill and extra lemon slices if desired.

Step 13

Serve the salmon hot with your choice of sides such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	799.3 grams (799.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1545

Total Fat 104.70g	134%
Saturated Fat 15.30g	77%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 272mg	91%
Sodium 2911mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 10.70g	4%
Dietary Fiber 8.40g	30%
Total Sugars 2.00g
Protein 143.30g	287%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 50mg	4%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 200mg	4%

*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: 60.5%

Protein: 36.8%

Carbs: 2.7%