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The Easiest Baked Lemon Salmon

This simple to make, healthy and super delicious Lemon Salmon is always a hit. Made with all only four easy to find, wholesome ingredients and loaded with so much flavor.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 233kcal
Author: Lauren Kelly

Ingredients

  • 1 pound salmon
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons basil chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Salt and pepper the salmon fillet, brush with oil and place on a baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with chopped basil.
  • Sprinkle zest on top and top with lemons.
  • Place in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes.
  • When serving, sprinkle with more fresh basil, if desired.

Notes

This lemon salmon is best enjoyed serving immediately.  Personally I wouldn't recommend reheating leftovers but if you do, I would only store in the refrigerator for a day.

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 632mg | Potassium: 604mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 107IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg