Oven Baked Salmon
This oven baked salmon recipe is the best solution for a quick, healthy dinner. Salmon is a staple in my kitchen because it is versatile and takes very little effort to cook correctly. It works perfectly for a simple family meal or a holiday spread.
Servings: 4
Calories: 342kcal
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon fish seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F.
- In a small bowl, add the olive oil and mix in the fish seasoning.3 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoon fish seasoning
- Rub the oil and seasoning mixture all over the salmon using your hands or a small bush.4 salmon fillets
- Cover a baking sheet with foil and place the salmon on it, skin side down.
- Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Let the salmon rest for 5 minutes, then serve.
Notes
This recipe serves 4 and contains 1 net carb per serving.
- To spice things up, add your favorite fresh herbs and spices. You can use basil, oregano, fresh dill, or parsley.
- Wrapping your salmon in parchment paper or foil before baking is a great way to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Top up with some lemon juice or garnish with lemon wedges for a nice, tangy flavor.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to make sure the salmon reaches 145F before serving.
- If your salmon is very thick, bake it for at least 15 minutes, then check using a thermometer.
Nutrition
Calories: 342kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 833mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 68IU | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg