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Baked Salmon with Garlic and Herbs

This baked salmon with garlic and herbs is an easy, flavorful dinner that’s ready in minutes. Tender, flaky salmon brushed with garlic butter and topped with fresh herbs and lemon — simple, healthy, and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 oz each, skin on or off
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lemon sliced into thin rounds
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh dill
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
  1. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Step 2: Make the Garlic Herb Butter
  1. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, dill, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Step 3: Prepare the Salmon
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them on the lined baking sheet.
Step 4: Add Flavor
  1. Brush each salmon fillet generously with the garlic herb butter mixture. Place lemon slices on top of each piece.
Step 5: Bake the Salmon
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets. The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork.
Step 6: Serve
  1. Remove from oven, let rest for 2 minutes, then serve with fresh lemon wedges and a sprinkle of herbs.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook the salmon. It should flake easily and still be moist in the center.
  • If using frozen salmon, thaw completely and pat dry before baking.
  • Add a drizzle of honey or sprinkle of smoked paprika before baking if you like extra flavor.
  • This recipe pairs perfectly with roasted veggies, rice, or mashed potatoes.