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A perfectly cooked piece of lemon garlic salmon, flaky and golden-brown.

Best way to grow Lemon Garlic Salmon

This recipe is for a flavorful and healthy lemon garlic salmon that's simple enough for a weeknight meal but impressive enough for guests. It features tender salmon infused with bright lemon and savory garlic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
  • 1 large Lemon, sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy skin when cooked.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the flavoring mixture.
Cooking
  1. Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, then brush the garlic-olive oil mixture evenly over each fillet.
  2. Arrange the lemon slices on top of and around the salmon fillets.
  3. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Serving
  1. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can marinate the salmon in the lemon garlic mixture for 15-30 minutes before baking. Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.