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Salmon Dinner Recipe

This easy salmon dinner recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for busy nights.It uses simple ingredients but delivers restaurant-style taste at home.Juicy, flaky salmon pairs perfectly with garlic, lemon, and butter.A healthy and satisfying meal you’ll want to make again and again.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 People
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American / Healthy Baking
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 lemon sliced and juiced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried herbs thyme or oregano
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
  2. Pat salmon dry with paper towel
  3. Place salmon on baking tray
  4. Drizzle olive oil over fillets
  5. Season with salt pepper paprika and herbs
  6. Add minced garlic around salmon
  7. Place lemon slices on top and squeeze juice
  8. Add small pieces of butter on fillets
  9. Bake for 12–15 minutes until flaky
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve

Notes

  • Do not overcook salmon to keep it juicy
  • Let the salmon sit at room temperature before cooking
  • Use fresh lemon for the best flavor
  • Add chili flakes for a spicy kick
  • Serve with rice or roasted vegetables

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