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Whole Baked Salmon Fillet

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A simple yet elegant dish that combines nutrition and flavor, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

  • 2 lb whole salmon fillet, skin on
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large garlic cloves, pressed
  • 1 lemon, zest only
  • Coarse salt
  • Black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh minced dill weed
  • 1 tbsp fresh minced parsley
  • 2-3 tbsp capers, liquids drained


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Pat your salmon fillet dry with a paper towel.
  4. Rub olive oil on both sides of the salmon and place it skin side down on the baking sheet.
  5. Season with coarse salt and black pepper.
  6. Rub the pressed garlic and lemon zest over the salmon.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  8. Let it rest for a few minutes.
  9. Sprinkle fresh minced dill, parsley, and capers on top before serving with lemon wedges.

Notes

Keep the salmon fillet skin on for better moisture retention. For extra flavor, consider marinating the salmon before baking.