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Easy Lemon Herb Salmon

This Easy Lemon Herb Salmon is a quick and flavorful dinner made with simple pantry ingredients and baked until perfectly flaky with crispy edges. Perfect for busy weeknights and easy family meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp bottled lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
  3. Pat the salmon dry and place skin-side down on the sheet pan.
    4 salmon fillets
  4. In a small bowl, mix together: olive oil, bottled lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste
    2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp bottled lemon juice, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, Salt and pepper to taste
  5. Brush or spoon the mixture evenly over the salmon.
  6. Bake for 10–14 minutes depending on thickness.
  7. Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for slightly crispy edges.
  8. Top with parsley, feta, or extra lemon juice before serving if desired.

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan or the salmon may steam instead of roast.
  • Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork.
  • Great served with couscous, roasted vegetables, or Greek fries.

 

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.