Baked Salmon

This delicious and straightforward baked salmon recipe is perfect for a family meal. Seasoned with fragrant spices, butter, and fresh parsley, and accompanied by vibrant vegetables, this is a dish that's bursting with flavor. Serve it with white rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Ingredients

🐟 2 pounds salmon
🧈 4 tablespoons melted butter
🧅 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
🧄 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
🍋 1/2 tablespoon lemon pepper
🌶 1/2 tablespoon paprika
🧂 1/2 tablespoon seasoned salt (e.g., Lawry's Seasoning)
🌿 1 teaspoon Adobo
🌿 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
🍋 Juice of half a lemon
🍋 Lemon slices (for the top of the salmon)
🥦 Broccoli, as desired
🍅 1 cup cherry tomatoes
🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil (for the vegetables)
🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste (for the vegetables)

Instructions

1- Preheat the Oven:

Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2- Prepare the Marinade:

In a bowl, combine the melted butter, onion powder, garlic powder, lemon pepper, paprika, seasoned salt, Adobo, fresh parsley, and lemon juice.
Stir well until the mixture is well blended.

3- Prep the Salmon:

Rinse the salmon and pat it dry on both sides with a paper towel.
Pour the marinade over the salmon, making sure to coat it thoroughly on both sides.
Rub it in gently for even coverage.

4- Prepare the Vegetables:

In a separate bowl, combine the broccoli and cherry tomatoes.
Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and black pepper, and mix well.

5- Assemble the Baking Sheet:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the salmon in the center and arrange the vegetables around it.
Top the salmon with lemon slices.

6- Bake:

Place the sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon, until the salmon is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

7- Serve:

Remove from the oven and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your easy baked salmon with your choice of side dish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 40-45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 350 per serving
Protein: 38g per serving
Fat: 22g per serving
Carbohydrates: 5g per serving
Equipment: Baking sheet, mixing bowls, measuring spoons, parchment paper