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Marry Me Salmon

Marry Me Salmon: A Flavorful Dish to Impress Loved Ones

Marry Me Salmon is a quick and healthy dish perfect for impressing loved ones, featuring garlic, lemon, and dill flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Use wild-caught for optimal flavor and texture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh gives aromatic depth; powdered is a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Opt for sea salt or kosher
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly cracked preferred
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Fresh dill Substitute with dried dill or parsley if necessary
Optional Additions
  • Vegetable sides (Asparagus or bell peppers) Adds texture when roasted alongside
  • Lemon slices or tomatoes Enhance flavor when placed on salmon before baking

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well and let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet, spaced evenly.
  4. Generously brush the marinade over each fillet and sprinkle fresh dill on top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes with a fork and is opaque.
  6. Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, and serve hot with side dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose wild-caught salmon for the best flavor. Let the marinade sit for better absorption. Watch the cooking time to avoid drying out. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added brightness.

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