Description
Succulent Baked Salmon promises a delightful culinary journey through simple, flavor-packed preparation. Mediterranean herbs and lemon zest elevate this easy seafood dish, ensuring you savor each perfectly roasted, tender bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 salmon fillet
Spices and Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (1.5 grams) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (1.5 grams) lemon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon (0.25 grams) grill mates seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon (0.25 grams) paprika
Cooking Fats and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) melted butter
Spicy Caramelized Vegetables:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) mixed vegetables
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsalted butter
- 1/8 teaspoon (0.25 grams) dried pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon (2.5 grams) Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon (2 grams) brown sugar
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify post-cooking cleanup.
- Arrange salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet with skin facing downward, ensuring even spacing for consistent cooking.
- Create a flavor-enhancing coating by generously brushing the salmon’s surface with melted butter, promoting a rich and golden exterior.
- Craft a custom seasoning blend combining salt, pepper, grill mates seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and lemon pepper to elevate the salmon’s natural taste.
- Uniformly distribute the prepared seasoning mixture across the salmon’s surface, ensuring each fillet receives an equal distribution of herbs and spices.
- Carefully transfer the seasoned salmon to the preheated oven, positioning the baking sheet in the center rack for optimal heat circulation.
- Roast the salmon for approximately 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F, indicating perfect doneness.
- Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes, allowing the juices to redistribute and ensuring a moist, tender texture before serving.
Notes
- Patting salmon dry before seasoning ensures a crispy exterior and helps the spices adhere better.
- For a healthier version, replace butter with olive oil or use a light cooking spray to reduce calories.
- Always check salmon’s internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 145°F (63°C) for perfect doneness without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg