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Fabulous Salmon on the Table in 20 Minutes

Fabulous Salmon on the Table in 20 Minutes

Tender baked salmon fillets are coated in a quick lemon-garlic dill mixture and ready in about 20 minutes. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for a fresh, flavorful fish dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 fillets, about 6 ounces each Salmon fillets, preferably skin-on
Seasoning Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
For Serving
  • As needed Lemon wedges

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Heat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet or shallow baking dish with foil or parchment, then pat the salmon fillets dry and arrange them skin-side down.
  2. Stir together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, salt, and black pepper. Brush or spoon the mixture evenly over the tops of the salmon.
  3. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, checking the thickest fillet early. The salmon is ready when it flakes easily and reaches 145°F in the thickest part.
  4. Remove the salmon from the oven and serve immediately with lemon wedges. Spoon any flavorful pan juices over the fillets before eating.

Notes

Pat the salmon dry so the seasoning adheres well. Thin portions may finish in about 10 to 12 minutes, while a particularly thick fillet may need a few extra minutes. Salmon continues cooking briefly after removal, so begin checking early to help prevent dryness.