If you love salmon but you aren’t sure how to cook then try this easy baked Salmon recipe. This salmon recipe is a family favorite. You can prepare salmon in many ways, but this baked Salmon recipe is great for beginners because it is easy to make. It only requires one pan which means less dishes to clean too.

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Did you know Salmon may lower blood pressure, protect against heart disease, lower inflammation, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, protect fetal brain health in pregnancy, and decrease the risk of age-related memory problems? It is loaded with protein, healthy fats, and vitamins. I try to eat this nutrient dense fish at least once a week to meet my nutrition goals.

When choosing your salmon it is best to find wild caught salmon because it is free from antibiotics and preservatives.

easy baked salmon recipe

Easy Baked Salmon Recipe

My family loves salmon, which is great because it’s as healthy as it is delicious. I have prepared salmon in many ways, but this baked salmon recipe is an easy recipe for beginners.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Italian, Mediterranean

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

2-4 Salmon fillets or 2 lbs
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper
1 tsp Minced garlic or garlic powder
1 tsp Italian Herb Seasoning or Chopped Fresh Parsley
Juice from 1/2 a Lemon optional

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 Degrees F
Dab salmon with a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a nonstick pan
Season the salmon with salt, pepper, garlic, and parsley.
Bake the salmon in a preheated oven for about 22-25 minutes, depending on thickness, or until the salmon is cooked through. The center should no longer be translucent. If the salmon is thinner you can bake it for 15-20 minutes.
When the salmon is finished cooking, add lemon juice (optional). Let it rest for at least 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Optional: For crispy salmon remove it from the oven after 20 minutes and broil the salmon on high at the bottom of the oven for about 5 minutes or until it looks crispy on top. Don't use parchment paper for this method, because it will burn.

Bonus Tip:

This recipe is great for meal planning or meal prep.

Sometimes I double the recipe and eat it the following day for lunch or dinner. You can also chop up the leftover salmon and add it to a salad or pasta dish.

My daughter has been eating this baby-led weaning friendly salmon recipe since she was about 7 months old. She loves it!

You can serve baked salmon with:

Steamed or Brown Rice

Arugula Salad

Steamed or roasted vegetables:

Asparagus

Green beans

Broccoli

Squash or Zucchini

Cooked-salmon

For this recipe I bake the salmon with sliced yellow squash. I drizzled olive oil over the top of the squash and seasoned it with Italian herb seasoning and ground black pepper. It also goes great with steamed rice.

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Resources:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-benefits-of-salmon#section12

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