06/16/2026
Needing an easy, delicious recipe for dinner?
Here ya go!
Oven-Baked Garlic Lemon Salmon
⏱️ Prep: 5 min | Cook: 12–15 min | Serves: 4
Ingredients
* 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
* 2 tbsp olive oil
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 lemon (half sliced, half juiced)
* 1 tsp salt
* ½ tsp black pepper
* 1 tsp dried dill or 1 tbsp fresh dill (optional)
* Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
3. Place salmon fillets skin-side down.
4. Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and dill. Brush over the salmon.
5. Top each fillet with a lemon slice.
6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. (For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of about 125°F; for fully cooked, 145°F.)
7. Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.
Serving Ideas
* Roasted asparagus or broccoli
* Rice, quinoa, or couscous
* A simple green salad
* Roasted potatoes
Optional Honey Glaze Variation
Mix:
* 1 tbsp honey
* 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
* 1 tbsp organic soy sauce
Brush over the salmon before baking for a sweet-savory version.
Enjoy! 🐟🍋
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