Easy Oven-Roasted Salmon
2 Comments | Written on January 5, 2012 at 5:00 pm, by Kristin Porter
More than 50 percent of Americans make some sort of New Year’s resolution, and it’s no surprise that eating better and losing weight are at the top of many people’s list. Preparing quick and healthy recipes like Oven Roasted Salmon is a great way to keep that promise intact.
Salmon is one my favorite meals to make for dinner as it’s easy to prepare, cooks in no time, and is high in protein and Omega-3 fatty acids, which help lower the risk of heart disease. The possibilities for enjoying salmon are nearly endless too.
When work’s been particularly tough, or my at-home to-do list is especially long, I like to make Oven-Roasted Salmon, which takes about 5 minutes of prep time, and nearly the same amount of time to cook.
Simply rub a salmon filet with a drizzle of heart-healthy olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and roast for 5 minutes per 1/2-inch thickness (measured at the thickest part of the filet), or until it’s tender and flaky. Jazz it up with a sprinkling of fresh herbs such as dill or basil, or line the filets with fresh lemon slices before roasting.
I like to serve oven roasted salmon with wild-rice pilaf, or on a bed of fresh baby spinach sautéed in a bit more olive oil and freshly chopped garlic. Nutritious, delicious, and done in a flash!
Want more tasty and easy salmon recipes? Here are a few of my favorites.
• Broiled Ginger Teriyaki Salmon
• Maple-Glazed Salmon with Grilled Vegetables
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Dinner Tonight | Tags: Fish and Seafood, Quick and Easy Dinners, Salmon
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2 Responses to “Easy Oven-Roasted Salmon”
Oven-roasted salmon sounds easy and good. At what temperature do you cook it?
Mim: if you click on “Oven Roasted Salmon” in the above paragraph, it will take you to the recipe, which is>>
4 5- to 6-ounce fresh or frozen skinless salmon fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil or your favorite flavored oil
1 teaspoon seasoned salt or your favorite salt blend
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
1. Thaw fish, if frozen. Rinse fish; pat dry with paper towels. Measure the thickest portion of the fillet. Brush fish with oil and sprinkle with seasoned salt and black pepper. Place fish in a parchment paper- or foil-lined shallow baking pan.
2. Bake, uncovered, in a 450 degree F oven for 4 to 6 minutes per 1/2-inch thickness of fish or until fish begins to flake when tested with a fork. Makes 4 servings.