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Marry Me Salmon

Marry Me Salmon: A Quick & Flavorful Game-Changer Recipe

Discover the enchanting flavors of Marry Me Salmon—a low-fat, heart-healthy dish that’s quick and delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinade Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Opt for wild-caught for superior flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with avocado oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh is preferred.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1 tsp Salt Sea salt or kosher salt are great choices.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly cracked for best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill Use dried dill or parsley if fresh isn’t available.
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Asparagus or Bell Peppers Roast them with the salmon for a nutritious boost.
  • Lemon Slices or Tomatoes Place on top of the salmon before baking.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make Marry Me Salmon
  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) for baking the salmon.
  2. Prepare Marinade: Mix together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Arrange Salmon: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Apply Marinade: Brush the marinade over each fillet and sprinkle with fresh dill.
  5. Bake Salmon: Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily and reaches 145°F (63°C).
  6. Serve: Let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Consider serving with garlic roasted asparagus or a refreshing quinoa salad with lemon vinaigrette.

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