Description
A simple and tasty family favorite, oven roasted salmon boasts a crispy skin and tender, flaky interior, flavored with Dijon mustard, garlic, and lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a medium-sized bowl.
- Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish, skin side down, and brush the marinade generously over each fillet.
- Pop the salmon in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving and enjoy!
Notes
Choose high-quality salmon and avoid overcooking for the best results. Let it rest after cooking to retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, oven roasted, quick dinner, healthy recipe, family favorite