Baked Parmesan Garlic Herb Salmon
A healthy and delicious baked salmon recipe featuring a flavorful garlic herb butter and parmesan cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or hosting dinner parties.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb salmon fillet King salmon is preferred for flavor.
- 4 tbsp butter, softened Adds richness to the dish.
- 2 tbsp lemon juice Fresh juice brightens the flavors.
- 2 tbsp olive oil Helps bind ingredients together.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Provides fragrance.
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated Use freshly grated for best results.
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Rinse the salmon fillet under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
- In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, grated parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Baking
- Place the salmon skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Evenly spread the garlic herb butter mixture over the salmon.
- Fold the edges of the foil to create a sealed pocket.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon is firm and flakes easily.
- For a crispy finish, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Notes
For different flavors, try adding fresh herbs like dill or rosemary, or use nutritional yeast for a dairy-free alternative to parmesan.