Description
A delightful and healthy salmon dish that is quick to prepare, bursting with flavors of lemon and fresh basil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Steamed vegetables or rice for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped basil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon fillets skin-side down.
- Apply the lemon basil mixture generously over each fillet.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately with steamed vegetables or over rice.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Do not overcook the salmon to avoid dryness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: salmon, lemon, basil, quick dinner, healthy recipes