Recipes

(Recipe) Perfectly Easy Baked Salmon

07
Mar

 

This quick and tasty baked salmon recipe delivers moist, flavorful fish in just 15 minutes! Featuring a simple seasoning of olive oil, garlic, and thyme, it’s perfect for a fuss-free meal.

 

Perfectly Easy Baked Salmon

What You’ll Need:

  • Fresh salmon fillets (skin-on is best)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil (or butter/ghee for extra richness)

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • Optional: lemon slices and chopped fresh parsley for garnish

  • Basmati rice (prepared according to package instructions)

 

How to Make It:

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet or dish. Drizzle generously with olive oil.

  3. Evenly season fillets with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.

  4. Optionally, add lemon slices around the salmon.

  5. Bake salmon for about 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Do not overcook—this keeps your salmon juicy and tender.

  6. Serve the salmon warm, paired with basmati rice.

Expert Tips:

  • Check salmon doneness using an instant-read thermometer.

  • Perfectly cooked salmon flakes easily and has an opaque center.

  • Avoid overcooking to prevent dryness and white spots (albumin).

Enjoy this deliciously simple baked salmon with basmati rice!

Fun Facts:

  • Health Benefits of Salmon: Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart and brain health, reduce inflammation, and improve skin health.

  • Basmati Rice: The word “basmati” translates to “fragrant” or “queen of fragrance” in Hindi, highlighting its distinctive aromatic quality.

Source: Healthy Recipes Blog

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