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A simple baked salmon fillet adorned with lemon slices and fresh dill.

Speedy Garlic-Dill Baked Salmon with Lemon

This speedy recipe features tender salmon fillets baked with garlic, dill, and lemon. It's a healthy and flavorful meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 fillets
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper or Foil
  • Paper Towels

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 6 ounces Salmon Fillets 170g per serving, skin on or off.
  • 1 Lemons 1 large lemon (thinly sliced), 1/2 lemon for juicing.
  • 1 tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp. Dried Dill
  • 1/4 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/8 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper or to taste.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Drizzle each fillet with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and black pepper.
  • Squeeze fresh lemon juice over each fillet and arrange thin lemon slices on top or around the salmon.
  • Bake for 12-18 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily, reaching an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  • Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the salmon marinate for 10-15 minutes after seasoning before baking.