Lemon Herb Mediterranean Salmon
Mediterranean salmon is baked with lemon, garlic, oregano and olive oil for a bright, simple seafood dinner in about 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets about 5 oz / 140 g each
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F / 204°C and line a baking dish or sheet pan.
- Arrange salmon skin-side down if skin is attached.
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Spoon the mixture over the salmon.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes depending on thickness.
- Check the thickest part; salmon should reach at least 145°F / 63°C.
- Finish with parsley and lemon slices.
Notes
Cooking times can vary by equipment and ingredient size. Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands, and portion sizes.