Description
Marry Me Salmon is a quick and healthy dish perfect for impressing loved ones, featuring garlic, lemon, and dill flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 fillets Salmon (use wild-caught for optimal flavor and texture)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (can substitute with avocado oil)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced (fresh gives aromatic depth; powdered is a substitute)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (opt for sea salt or kosher)
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly cracked preferred)
- 1/4 cup Fresh dill (substitute with dried dill or parsley if necessary)
- Vegetable sides (asparagus or bell peppers), optional
- Lemon slices or tomatoes, optional
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well and let sit for 5 minutes.
3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet, spaced evenly.
4. Generously brush the marinade over each fillet and sprinkle fresh dill on top.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes with a fork and is opaque.
6. Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, and serve hot with side dishes.
Notes
Choose wild-caught salmon for the best flavor. Let the marinade sit for better absorption. Watch the cooking time to avoid drying out. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 300
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 70mg