Salmon is not only a healthy choice, but also quick and easy to cook for dinner! This post lists 13 healthy baked salmon recipes, that are both delicious and nutritious.
Nutrition tip: Salmon is a great source of high-quality protein and rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart and brain health. It also provides essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin B12, vitamin D, and selenium, which strengthen the immune system and bones.
1. Lemon Garlic Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the fillets.
- Sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and pepper on top.
- Place lemon slices over each fillet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
2. Honey Mustard Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Brush the honey mustard mixture over the salmon.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until salmon is cooked through.
- Garnish with sesame seeds
3. Teriyaki Glazed Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- sesame seeds and spring onion
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
- Place salmon on a baking sheet and pour the teriyaki sauce over the fillets.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, basting occasionally with the sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onion.
4. Pesto-Crusted Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet.
- Spread basil pesto evenly over each fillet.
- Mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the pesto.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until the topping is golden and salmon is cooked.
5. Mediterranean Baked Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place salmon in a baking dish and scatter tomatoes, olives, and capers around it.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until salmon is cooked through.
6. Herb-Crusted Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix olive oil, dill, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread the herb mixture over the salmon fillets.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes.
7. Garlic Butter Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet.
- Mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the salmon.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes. Garnish with parsley before serving.
8. Balsamic Glazed Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Place salmon on a baking sheet and brush with the glaze.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, occasionally brushing with more glaze.
9. Dill and Lemon Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place salmon on a baking sheet.
- Mix lemon zest, juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture over the salmon.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes.
10. Maple Soy Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix maple syrup, soy sauce, olive oil, and garlic.
- Place salmon on a baking sheet and pour the marinade over it.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, occasionally spooning the marinade over the fillets.
11. Orange Ginger Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Sesame seeds, fresh parsley and orange slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix orange juice, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.
- Place salmon on a baking sheet and pour the mixture over it.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, fresh parsley and orange slices.
12. Spinach and Feta Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the spinach on a baking sheet
- Lay the salmon fillets over the spinach.
- Add the feta, olive oil, salt, and pepper over the salmon.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes.
13. Spicy Sriracha Salmon
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix Sriracha, honey, and lime juice.
- Place salmon on a baking sheet and spread the sauce over the fillets.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes.
Enjoy these healthy and delicious salmon recipes!