Baked Salmon with Garlic
This recipe provides a quick and delicious way to prepare baked salmon infused with rich garlic flavors. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a light, healthy dinner.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- small bowl
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 count salmon fillets
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 count lemon sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season them evenly with salt and black pepper.
Flavoring and Baking
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic and olive oil, then generously spread this mixture over each salmon fillet.
- Arrange lemon slices over the salmon fillets and sprinkle with fresh dill.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Serving
- Serve the baked salmon immediately with your favorite side dishes.
- Garnish with extra fresh dill or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the salmon in the garlic-olive oil mixture for 15-30 minutes before baking. Adjust seasoning to your preference.