Description
A simple yet special Oven Baked Salmon recipe that is quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons garlic butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and ensure the oven rack is in the middle.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, skin-side down.
- Brush each fillet with garlic butter, then sprinkle the brown sugar spice mix evenly over the top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
For a crispier top, you can broil for the last two minutes. Make sure to keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg