Description
Succulent lemon rosemary salmon brings Mediterranean coastal flavors to your dinner table with elegant simplicity. Fresh herbs and citrus notes create a perfect harmony that elevates this classic seafood dish into a memorable culinary experience you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
Herbs and Aromatics:
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Seasoning and Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 lemons (1 sliced, 1 juiced)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and heating the oven to 375F (190C).
- Arrange salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Enhance the fish by generously drizzling olive oil and fresh lemon juice across the surface of each fillet.
- Season the salmon with finely chopped garlic, distributing salt and pepper evenly to create a balanced flavor profile.
- Artfully place delicate lemon slices and fragrant rosemary sprigs atop each piece of salmon, allowing the herbs and citrus to infuse their essence during cooking.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until the salmon becomes opaque and effortlessly flakes when tested with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a moment before presenting on a serving platter alongside complementary side dishes.
Notes
- Ensure salmon is at room temperature before baking to promote even cooking and prevent dryness.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to help seasonings adhere better and create a crispy exterior.
- For a gluten-free option, verify all ingredients are certified gluten-free, especially if using any pre-mixed seasonings.
- Substitute fresh rosemary with dried rosemary by using about one-third the amount to prevent overpowering the delicate salmon flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg