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This Oven Baked Salmon is tender, flaky, and packed with flavor. Garlic butter, warm spices, and a hint of sweetness create a perfectly balanced, oven-ready meal that’s easy enough for weeknights yet elegant for guests.
- Prep time15 minutes
- Cook time15–20 minutes
- Servings4
- DifficultyEasy
Oven Baked Salmon Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons garlic butter Don’t skip this for the best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar Optional swap with maple syrup for a different sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon paprika Reduce for kids’ sensitivity to spice.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds flavor and helps with browning.
- lemon wedges For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet and brush each fillet with garlic butter.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar spice mix evenly over the salmon.
- Drizzle olive oil over the top.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Start checking at 15 minutes.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Health Benefits
- High in protein: Supports muscle health and keeps you full
- Rich in omega-3s: Promotes heart and brain health
- Oven-baked: Lower in fat compared to pan-frying
- Garlic & olive oil: Provide anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits
- Naturally nutrient-dense: Excellent source of vitamin D and B12
FAQs
Can I change an ingredient?
2 tablespoons brown sugar Optional swap with maple syrup for a different sweetness.
