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Close-up of baked lemon salmon topped with lemon slices and fresh dill on a white plate.

Baked Lemon Salmon

A simple and flavorful baked salmon dish with fresh lemon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Season the salmon with salt and pepper. Top with lemon slices and fresh dill.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 34gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 700mgVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add minced garlic or a sprinkle of paprika before baking.

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