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Lemon Garlic Salmon Bake

Lemon Garlic Salmon Bake: 21-Minute Flavorful Delight

A quick and delicious Lemon Garlic Salmon Bake that combines fresh flavors and minimal cleanup, perfect for a healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adds freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Provides acidity
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Adds moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Enhances flavor richness
  • 2 cloves Garlic (grated) Contributes aromatic flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt (kosher) Essential for seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds spice
For the Salmon Bake
  • 4 pieces Salmon Fillets (6 oz each) Flaky protein source
  • 3 bunches Asparagus (trimmed) Provides color and crunch
  • 200 grams Cherry Tomatoes Sweet and juicy addition
  • 2 teaspoons Additional Extra Virgin Olive Oil For drizzling over veggies
  • to taste Salt For final seasoning
  • to taste Black Pepper For final seasoning
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan (finely grated) Elevates flavors
  • 1 slice Lemon Wedges Adds extra citrusy freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley (finely chopped) Adds freshness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • medium bowl
  • baking tray
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, salt, and pepper to create a vivid marinade. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Coat the salmon fillets generously with the prepared marinade and allow to marinate in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your oven to broil at 280°C (525°F).
  4. Trim the asparagus and arrange on a baking tray with cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with additional olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Carefully create space for the marinated salmon among the asparagus and tomatoes on the tray. Broil for approximately 11 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and transfer to a serving plate. Optionally, sprinkle with Parmesan and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven.

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