Baked Lemon Herb Salmon

Nutrition Information

Ingredients

• 4 (6oz each) Salmon fillets (skin-on)
• 2 Lemon (one sliced, one juiced)
• 3 tbsp Fresh dill (chopped)
• 3 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3/4 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Capers (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil

3. 3

   Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels

4. 4

   Place salmon skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet

5. 5

   In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, parsley, salt, and pepper

6. 6

   Brush herb mixture generously over each salmon fillet

7. 7

   Top each fillet with lemon slices

8. 8

   Sprinkle with capers if using

9. 9

   Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork

10. 10

    Salmon should be opaque in the center - don't overcook

11. 11

    Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes

12. 12

    Garnish with additional fresh herbs and lemon wedges

13. 13

    Serve immediately with roasted vegetables or a green salad