Description
Savory Lemon Basil Salmon brings Mediterranean coastal charm straight to your kitchen, blending zesty citrus with fresh herbal notes. Delicate fish meets bright flavors, promising a light and elegant dining experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces/170 grams each)
Fresh Herbs and Aromatics:
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400F (200C) and prepare a baking dish with a light coating of olive oil or nonstick spray.
- Combine fresh basil, crushed garlic, tangy lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and cracked pepper in a mixing bowl to create a fragrant marinade.
- Carefully arrange salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish, ensuring even spacing.
- Drizzle the herb-infused mixture generously over the salmon, coating each fillet completely.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, watching for the fish to become opaque and easily flake when tested with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for an extra burst of bright flavor.
Notes
- Customize seasoning by adjusting basil and garlic quantities to match personal taste preferences.
- Select fresh, high-quality salmon with bright color and firm texture for optimal flavor and tenderness.
- Consider using alternative herbs like dill or parsley for different flavor profiles if basil isn’t available.
- Ensure salmon reaches internal temperature of 145°F to guarantee safe and perfectly cooked fish while maintaining moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg