Description
Oven Baked Salmon is a delightful dish that brings together simplicity and flavor, making it perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings. This recipe features succulent salmon fillets brushed with a rich garlic butter mixture and sprinkled with a unique blend of spices, resulting in a moist and flavorful fish that will impress anyone at your dinner table. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy meal is versatile enough to pair with a variety of sides such as fresh salads, grains, or roasted vegetables. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the satisfying taste of this oven-baked seafood dish that is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2-pound whole salmon fillet (skin-on preferred)
- 3 tablespoons melted butter (or olive oil)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Place a large piece of aluminum foil on a baking sheet. Lay the salmon fillet skin-side down on the foil.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic. Brush half of this mixture over the salmon.
- In another bowl, combine brown sugar, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle evenly over the salmon.
- Drizzle remaining garlic butter on top.
- Fold the foil around the salmon to create a 'boat' and bake for 15-22 minutes until cooked through (145°F internal temperature).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 97mg