Baked Lemon & Herb Salmon

Dinner

Baked Lemon & Herb Salmon

320kcal
34gprotein
5 minprep
15 mincook
2servings
Easy

Oven-baked salmon fillets with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs. Ready in 20 minutes and packed with omega-3s — the ultimate healthy weeknight dinner.

High ProteinLow CarbOmega-3

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets (about 150g each)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Lemon slices to serve

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with foil.

  2. 2

    Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, zest, dill, and parsley.

  3. 3

    Place salmon on the tray. Spoon herb mixture over each fillet.

  4. 4

    Season well and top with lemon slices.

  5. 5

    Bake 12–15 minutes until salmon flakes easily.

  6. 6

    Serve with steamed greens or a side salad.

Tip: Salmon is one of the richest sources of omega-3 fatty acids — linked to reduced inflammation and improved heart health.

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