Description
Mediterranean flavors dance in this one-pan lemon garlic salmon recipe, offering a quick, elegant meal that brings coastal charm to dinner tables. Delicate salmon fillets nestle with aromatic herbs, promising a delightful culinary escape you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 salmon fillets (fresh or thawed)
Vegetables:
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and heating the oven to 400°F (200°C), creating an ideal roasting environment.
- Arrange zucchini slices and halved cherry tomatoes across the prepared baking sheet, creating a colorful vegetable base for the salmon.
- Craft a flavorful marinade by whisking together minced garlic, olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Position salmon fillets skin-side down atop the vegetable layer, ensuring even placement and maximum flavor absorption.
- Generously brush the salmon with the garlic-lemon mixture, coating each fillet to enhance moisture and taste.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, monitoring until the salmon becomes delicately flaky when tested with a fork.
- For a golden, crispy exterior, activate the broiler and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil, adding a vibrant, aromatic finish to the dish.
- Serve immediately while the salmon remains warm and the vegetables are perfectly roasted.
Notes
- Opt for wild-caught salmon to enhance nutritional value and support sustainable fishing practices.
- Pat salmon dry before seasoning to achieve a perfect crispy exterior and prevent soggy texture.
- Swap zucchini and cherry tomatoes with seasonal vegetables like asparagus or Brussels sprouts for variety.
- Reduce cooking time by 23 minutes for medium-rare salmon if preferring a more delicate texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg