Easy Oven-baked Salmon

Name: Easy Oven-baked Salmon
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 3 g salt; 2 g paprika; 2 g garlic powder; 3 g onion powder; 2 g cayenne pepper; 30 ml olive oil; 20 ml lemon juice; 1 lb salmon

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Looking for an easy salmon recipe you can get on the table in under 30 minutes? This oven-baked salmon is coated in a simple garlic lemon seasoning, then baked until perfectly flaky. It’s a fuss-free dinner that works just as well for a weeknight as it does for guests.

30 minutes

3 Portions

Easy

Salmon Oven Temperature

This recipe bakes at 400°F (200°C), hot enough to cook the salmon through in just 15 to 20 minutes without drying it out. If you have a bit more time and want to turn this into a full meal, check out our sheet pan salmon with veggies, which bakes at a lower temperature for longer alongside potatoes and peppers.

Ingredients

Salmon: this recipe uses salmon fillets. Fresh salmon works best, but frozen salmon fillets work fine too, just make sure to fully thaw them first so the salmon cooks evenly in the oven.

Seasoning: the seasoning mix, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, is what gives this recipe its flavor. Combined with olive oil, it turns into more of a juicy marinade than a dry rub, so the longer you let the salmon sit in it, the deeper the flavor.

Lemon: lemon juice adds a bright, tangy contrast to the warm spices and olive oil. It also helps the seasoning penetrate the salmon a little better. All in all, lemon goes well with fish recipes.

Ingredients

Portions

salmon marinade

3 g salt, ½ tsp

2 g paprika, ⅔ tsp

2 g garlic powder, ⅔ tsp

3 g onion powder, 1 tsp

2 g cayenne pepper, ⅔ tsp

30 ml olive oil, 2 tbsps

20 ml lemon juice, 4 tsp, or ½ lemon

1 lb salmon

Tips

Pat the salmon dry with paper towels before adding the seasoning, it helps the marinade adhere better and gives you a nicer crust in the oven.

Let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes after baking, this helps it stay juicy when you cut into it.

Instructions

Ingrediënten voor het maken van zalm uit de oven

Prepare all the ingredients.

In a bowl, combine the salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Mix well smooth.

Zalm wordt bedekt met een kruidig kruidenmengsel

Pat the salmon dry with paper towels. Place it in the bowl and spread the spice mixture evenly over the top, rubbing it in.

Gekruide zalm op bakpapier klaar voor de oven

Place the salmon on a baking dish or sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked through.

Veelgestelde vragen

How long do you bake salmon in the oven?

At 400°F (200°C), salmon fillets typically need 15 to 20 minutes to cook through. The exact time depends on the thickness of your fillet, so check a few minutes early and use a thermometer if you’re unsure.

How many calories are in this recipe?

With 1 lb (450 g) of salmon and the olive oil-based seasoning, this recipe has roughly 1,180 calories in total. Divided into 2 servings, that’s about 590 calories per serving. This is an estimate, the exact number depends on the size of your fillet and how much olive oil you use.

Is salmon healthy?

Yes, salmon is one of the healthiest proteins you can eat. This recipe is also naturally low in carbs, with only about 2-3 grams of carbs per serving coming mostly from the lemon juice and spices, so it fits easily into low-carb, keto, or gluten-free diets.

Can I use frozen salmon?

Yes, but thaw it fully before cooking. Move it to the fridge the night before, or thaw it faster by sealing it in a bag and submerging it in cold water for about 30 minutes. Baking salmon straight from frozen isn’t recommended, since it cooks unevenly and releases extra moisture.