This is the very Best Easy Healthy Baked Salmon! Full of delicious lemon and garlic flavors, baked to flaky, tender perfection and on the table in just 30 minutes!
¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper (just a pinch if using finely ground black pepper)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning blend (OR herbs de provence, or ¼ teaspoon each dried thyme, parsley, oregano, and basil)
1 medium lemon
Categories
Main Course
Cuisine
American
Steps
Preheat oven to 400 degrees and grease a large baking pan. Arrange salmon fillets on the baking sheet and season generously with salt and pepper.
Stir together olive oil, garlic, herbs, and juice of 1/2 lemon. Spoon over salmon fillets being sure to rub all over the tops and sides of the salmon so it has no dry spots. Thinly slice remaining 1/2 of lemon and top each piece of salmon with a slice of lemon.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flaky when pulled apart with a fork. You can broil the last 1-2 minutes if desired.
Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley if desired and serve.
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 306 kcal
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Protein: 34 g
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 94 mg
Sodium: 366 mg
Sugar: 1 g
Reviews
HJTD on 2026-03-15 (5 stars): I rarely comment on recipe sites, but this is THE BEST salmon we've ever had -- restaurant dishes included! My husband and I couldn't believe how good it turned out from such as simple recipe. Plus it's heart-healthy, which is vital for us. And cherry on top: minimal cleanup afterwards. :)
Salena on 2026-03-14 (5 stars): Absolutely delicious I make it with Asparagus. So yummy.
Ruth on 2026-03-13 (5 stars): I can’t say it any better than what’s been said — simple and absolutely delicious!
Lynette Karsten on 2026-03-12 (5 stars): I'm married to a man who has never liked salmon - I love it. I seen this recipe and went to the fresh fish case at my local store and got two filets. Never frozen fish - unless you enjoy the fishy taste. I followed the directions as stated - the husband actually said this was the best salmon he's tasted! Thank you for this recipe - quick and easy. Salmon will be a frequent on our dinner table! Finally!
Carol Armstrong on 2026-03-11 (5 stars): I made this for a luncheon. So easy and absolutely delicious. I served it with pecan rice and avocado slices. It was a hit!
Veronica on 2026-03-07 (5 stars): So simple and delicious
Lisa on 2026-03-05 (5 stars): We loved it, planning on adding it to our weekly menu!
Michele Stretz on 2026-02-27 (5 stars): This was the best salmon that I ever made! I placed a large sheet of foil on top to keep it moist.
David C Escobar on 2026-02-27 (5 stars): Yummy
KateM on 2026-02-26 (5 stars): This recipe was so easy and very delicious!
Kate on 2026-02-26 (5 stars): Easy and delicious!
Gigi on 2026-02-23 (5 stars): First time making salmon and it was perfect for me, was so good.
Diane on 2026-02-20 (1 stars): Salmon loving family hated this. Some thought it tasted fishy and some thought too much lemon. End result…. I threw away $25 in salmon…
PACE RUSHTON BRITTAIN on 2026-02-15 (5 stars): This was an excellent recipe! I am trying to eat more fish and the salmon came out wonderful!
