🍋🐟 Lemon Herb Salmon
Fresh, bright, and super easy—this Lemon Herb Salmon is flaky, juicy, and packed with citrusy, herby flavor. Perfect for a quick healthy dinner.
🛒 Ingredients
- 2–4 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: lemon slices for topping
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prep
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
- Line a baking tray with parchment or foil
2. Make the marinade
- Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper
3. Season the salmon
- Place salmon on tray
- Spoon or brush the lemon herb mixture evenly over each fillet
- Add lemon slices on top if using
4. Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness
- Salmon should flake easily with a fork
5. Finish
- Sprinkle fresh parsley on top
- Add an extra squeeze of lemon before serving
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes
- Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad
- Add a yogurt or garlic sauce for extra creaminess
🔥 Tips
- Don’t overcook—salmon dries out quickly
- Use fresh lemon for best flavor
- Let salmon rest a couple minutes after baking
- Skin-on fillets help keep moisture in
🍋 Why it works
The acidity of lemon balances the richness of salmon, while herbs and garlic bring a fresh, aromatic finish—simple ingredients, big flavor.