Baked Healthy Salmon
A quick and nutritious dish packed with omega-3 fatty acids, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salmon and Garnish
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 6-ounce salmon fillets Fresh or thawed if frozen
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 whole lemon Cut into wedges
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Using paper towels, pat the salmon dry.
- Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and season with the paprika mixture, gently pressing to adhere.
- Place the salmon onto the prepared baking sheet, skin side down.
Cooking
- Place it in the oven and bake until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 10-12 minutes.
- Sprinkle with dill and serve immediately with lemon.
Notes
If you have leftovers, let them cool to room temperature. Then, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or store them in an airtight container. Keep the salmon in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving.
