Description
One-Pan Lemon Garlic Salmon is a delightful and simple recipe that combines fresh salmon fillets with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, all cooked in a single pan to minimize cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh parsley or dill (for garnish)
- 2 cups seasonal vegetables (e.g., asparagus or broccoli)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place the salmon fillets in the center and arrange the vegetables around them.
- Drizzle the marinade over the salmon and vegetables.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Enhance flavor by adding spices like paprika or cayenne pepper for a kick. For meal prep, double the recipe and use leftovers in salads or wraps throughout the week.