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Baked Lemon-Thyme Salmon

Baked Lemon-Thyme Salmon: Easy Flavorful Elegance at Home

Baked Lemon-Thyme Salmon is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that combines salmon with zesty lemon and aromatic thyme.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Choose skin-on or skinless
For the Flavor Profile
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Substitute 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 cloves Garlic Optional
For Moisture and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or melted butter
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese For a crispy topping
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper For a spicy kick

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • measuring spoons
  • Juicer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet, skin-side down.
  4. Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Squeeze lemon juice, sprinkle zest, garlic, and thyme on top.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until flakes easily and reaches 145°F (63°C).
  7. Broil for 1-2 minutes for a crispy finish.
  8. Let the salmon rest briefly before serving with sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 900mgVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure salmon is at room temperature before cooking for even cooking.

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