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Oven Baked Salmon

Delicious Oven Baked Salmon in Just 15 Minutes Flat

This Oven Baked Salmon recipe delivers a healthy, flavorful dinner ready in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 filets
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 filets Fresh Salmon approximately 6 oz each, skin-on or skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Butter melted; substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika recommended
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • aluminum foil
  • Spray Oil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  3. Place the salmon filets on the baking sheet, skin-side down.
  4. Drizzle melted butter over the salmon evenly.
  5. Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper over the salmon.
  6. Bake for 12-16 minutes until salmon flakes easily and reaches 145°F internally.
  7. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filetCalories: 350kcalProtein: 34gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. For freezing, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.

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