Baked Salmon Herb Lemon (Printable)
Flaky salmon with fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic. Quick, healthy, and delicious.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fish & Marinade
01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skinless or skin-on
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tsp honey
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Topping
09 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
10 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
11 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced
# How-to Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the marinade evenly over each fillet, ensuring complete coverage.
04 - Sprinkle chopped dill and parsley over the salmon. Lay thin lemon slices on top of each fillet for added flavor and presentation.
05 - Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and appears opaque throughout the center.
06 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
# Expert Pointers:
01 -
- The mustard and honey create this incredible balance that cuts through the rich salmon perfectly
- You get that dinner party presentation without any fancy techniques or stress
02 -
- Overcooking salmon is the number one crime. Pull it when it still looks slightly underdone in the very center. It will continue cooking on the baking sheet.
- Room temperature salmon cooks more evenly than cold from the fridge. Let it sit out for fifteen minutes before you start.
03 -
- Always check for tiny bones by running your finger against the grain before cooking
- Room temperature fish cooks more evenly than cold from the fridge