Lemon Pepper Salmon
Bright lemon, warm pepper and other spices combine with olive oil to coat a tender yet firm salmon, creating a mouthwatering dish.
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb Salmon filets or center cut salmon
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasonings
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Lemon slices to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and set it aside.
- Pat dry the salmon fillets with a kitchen towel and place them on the prepared baking tray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add lemon juice, lemon pepper seasoning, parsley, paprika, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder to the melted butter. Mix well to create the butter sauce.
- Pour the butter sauce over the salmon on the baking tray, ensuring even coating.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 14-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked and appears opaque.
- Once cooked, transfer the salmon to a serving plate. Top it with fresh parsley and serve with lemon slices on the side.
Notes
- Marinate Salmon: Marinate the salmon filets in lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic for about 30 minutes before seasoning and cooking for extra flavor. This helps tenderize the fish and infuses it with more lemon flavor.
- Pat the Salmon Dry: Drying the salmon filets before seasoning them helps the seasoning stick better and ensures a crispier exterior when cooking.
- Don't Overcook: Salmon is best enjoyed when cooked until just opaque and flaky; avoid overcooking to prevent dryness.
Nutrition
Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 634mg | Potassium: 611mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 734IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg