Baked Salmon with Herbs and Lime
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Published May 23, 2012, Updated Mar 20, 2023
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This oven baked salmon with herbs is a fancy dinner idea that takes very little effort. Serve with rice and veggies for a full meal.
While the majority of my recipes are plant based, I like to eat chicken and fish occasionally! Salmon is hands down my favorite fish. I loved how quick and easy this one-pan meal was and and I really liked the salmon because it had a ton of flavor without any added fat or salt. The lime juice, garlic, spices and fresh tomato added a light, summery seasoning to the fish – perfect for a fancy yet simple weeknight dinner.
Why Salmon?
Salmon is a nutrition superstar. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which most of us could use more of in our diet! It’s also a great source of protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It’s an amazing source of healthy fats to incorporate into your diet on a regular basis.
If you’re not a big salmon fan you could definitely use another firm fish like cod or red snapper for this recipe.
Here’s What You Need:
- fresh salmon fillets
- lime
- vegetables – garlic, onion and tomato.
- herbs and spices– rosemary, thyme, parsley and paprika.
Simply mix all of the ingredients (other than the salmon) together. Place the fillets in a baking dish and spread the mixture over the fix. Bake for 25 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
What to Serve With Baked Salmon
You can’t go wrong with veggies and a grain with this salmon! I roasted some zucchini and squash by simply chopping, drizzling with olive oil and baking. Pro tip: turn your oven to broil at the end of cooking to get your veggies brown and crispy. Serve with rice, quinoa or a grain of your choice.
Like This Recipe? Here Are Other Salmon Recipes You Might Enjoy:
- Blackened Salmon
- Mediterranean Salmon Salad
- Teriyaki Salmon Burgers
- Grilled Salmon Salad
- Teriyaki Salmon with Broccoli and Rice
- Honey Lemon Garlic Salmon
- Air Fryer Salmon
Baked Salmon with Herbs and Lime
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets, or other firm fish fillets – cod or red snapper would work well
- 1 lime, juiced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 cup fresh tomato, diced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°.
- In a medium bowl, mix the lime juice, garlic, parsley, onion, rosemary, thyme, paprika and tomatoes. Place the fillets in an unoiled baking dish and spread the topping over the fish.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for about 25 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This is a fantastic marinade that really brings out the flavors of the salmon! I do not use the tinfoil method as that tends to take too much time. Instead, I put the salmon in a glass dish, pour this fabulous marinade over the top and broil it. I’ve found that about 5-7 minutes on either side gets it done.
Woo! So glad this recipe worked out for you, Vivian. Thanks for sharing your cooking method and coming back to leave a review! I really appreciate it!