Description
A quick and flavorful baked salmon recipe inspired by Texas Roadhouse, perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skinless or skin-on)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and pour the mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake the salmon for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cooked to your liking, broiling for an extra 1-2 minutes if desired.
- Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
- Serve the salmon on a plate, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
For a low-carb version, reduce olive oil and omit honey/maple syrup. Substitute salmon with eggplant or tofu for a vegan dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg