Baked salmon is the weeknight hero you need. Garlic. Lemon. Herbs. 15 minutes. Flaky. Tender. Foolproof. Serve with rice or roasted veggies. Dinner solved.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Season Salmon
Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Place on baking sheet. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper. Brush mixture over salmon.
Bake
Bake 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and internal temp reaches 145°F (63°C).
Serve
Garnish with fresh herbs. Serve with lemon wedges. Squeeze generously. Perfect salmon, no fuss.
Summary
Prep Time: 5 min | Bake Time: 15 min | Total: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings | Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Fridge: 3 days. Reheat gently in oven at 300°F for 8-10 minutes or in a skillet over medium-low heat. Avoid microwave — salmon dries out. Great cold over salads.
