Baked salmon with basil and lemon thyme crust –Are you ready to dive into the world of culinary magic? Let’s whip up something delicious that’ll make your friends question your secret chef skills! Today, we’re taking a trip with Lemon Garlic Salmon that tastes like a gourmet feast but requires minimal effort. It’s a win-win, right? Let’s get started!
Easy Baked Lemon Garlic Salmon
Imagine this: a cute salmon fillet taking a nice cozy bath in lemon and garlic magic. Sounds dreamy, doesn’t it? Let’s make it a reality! Here’s a dish that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance.
Now, before we bring this dish to life, let’s gather our ingredients. Don’t worry, it’s not like we’re hunting for unicorns! Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Got your ingredients? Sweet! Now, let’s get cooking. Just follow these simple steps and before you know it, you’ll have a meal fit for royalty (or at least your hungry roommates).
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This is the moment when everything starts to get hot and steamy—figuratively, of course!
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest. That fragrant concoction is what dreams (and dinners) are made of!
- Place the salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet. Give them a little pep talk because they’re about to shine. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Pour the lemon-garlic mixture over the salmon and let it get cozy for a few minutes. Tender salmon dreaming of zest and garlic… how poetic!
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. If you give that salmon a fork dance, and it gives in, we’re golden!
- Finally, garnish with fresh parsley because we like our meals looking as good as they taste. It’s like dressing up for the occasion!
There you have it! A delightful Easy Baked Lemon Garlic Salmon that will make you feel like a chef even if the only kitchen appliance you know how to use is the microwave. So, gather your friends, serve it up, and watch as they think you slaved away in the kitchen all day. Enjoy!