Description
This Oven-Baked Salmon recipe features a tender and flavorful large salmon fillet baked on a bed of lemon slices with a delicious garlic, butter, honey, and herb glaze. Finished under the broiler for a perfectly browned top, this dish is both elegant and simple, ideal for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Lemon Base
- 2 lemons, thinly sliced
- 1 large skin-on salmon fillet (about 3 lb.)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garlic-Herb Butter Glaze
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp. honey
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh thyme
Garnish
- Finely chopped fresh parsley, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Arrange a rack in the center of your oven and preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil, then cover the foil with parchment paper to prevent the lemon slices from reacting with the foil. Arrange the lemon slices evenly in the center of the parchment paper.
- Season the Salmon: Generously season the salmon fillet with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides. Place the salmon directly on top of the lemon slices, skin side down.
- Make and Apply the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the finely chopped garlic, melted unsalted butter, honey, dried oregano, and fresh thyme. Pour this flavorful mixture evenly over the top of the salmon, ensuring it is well-coated. Carefully fold the parchment and foil edges around the salmon to create a sealed packet for baking.
- Bake the Salmon: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the salmon until it is opaque, cooked through, and the flesh flakes easily with a fork, approximately 25 minutes.
- Broil for Browning: After baking, turn on the broiler. Broil the salmon, keeping a close watch, until browned in spots and slightly caramelized, about 4 to 6 minutes. This step adds a pleasant texture and boosts the flavor.
- Serve: Transfer the salmon and lemon slices to a serving platter. Sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley for a fresh, herbaceous finish. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Using parchment paper between the lemon slices and foil prevents any metallic taste from developing.
- Adjust honey quantity for sweetness preference or substitute with maple syrup for a different flavor profile.
- Ensure not to overbake the salmon; it should remain moist and flaky.
- Broil with caution to avoid burning; keep the oven door slightly open if needed to monitor closely.
- Fresh herbs can be swapped depending on availability; dill or basil can also complement salmon well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 6 oz salmon with glaze)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
