Description
Lemon pepper salmon is a vibrant dish that transforms any meal into a delightful experience. With its perfect balance of zesty lemon and aromatic black pepper, this recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also fills your home with an irresistible fragrance. It’s quick to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, and pairs beautifully with a range of sides. Enjoy this culinary celebration that promises to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley or dill
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon fillets skin-side down.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season with salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped herbs over the top.
- Serve alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 112mg