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Fresh Lemon Herb Baked Salmon Recipe Easy Mediterranean Style Dinner

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A quick and easy Mediterranean-style baked salmon recipe featuring fresh lemon, herbs, and garlic for a light, bright, and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces (170 grams) each, skin-on
  • 2 medium fresh lemons, thinly sliced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus extra for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, chopped dill, parsley, oregano, lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  4. Place the salmon skin-side down on the lined baking sheet.
  5. Brush each fillet generously with the herb and lemon marinade, coating the top and sides evenly.
  6. Arrange 2-3 thin lemon slices on top of each fillet.
  7. Scatter capers around the salmon if using.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and is opaque pink throughout.
  9. Optional: Broil for the last 1-2 minutes for a lightly crisped top, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  10. Remove from oven and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.
  11. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before seasoning to help herbs stick and prevent steaming. Start checking doneness at 12 minutes to avoid overbaking. Let salmon rest 3 minutes after baking for juiciness. Tent with foil if lemon slices brown too quickly. Fresh herbs preferred; use one-third amount if substituting dried herbs.

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