Oven Baked Salmon in 20 Minutes
This baked salmon is ready in about 20 minutes, uses simple pantry seasonings, and comes out flaky, buttery, and full of flavor every time. Bake at 400°F for 10–14 minutes depending on thickness for tender, never-dry salmon.
Servings: 4
Calories: 297kcal
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets about 5–6 oz each, skin on preferred
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Seasoning mix:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¾ teaspoon salt slightly more than cod
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
For serving:
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet pan or 9x13" dish with a piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Pat the salmon dry. This helps the seasoning stick and gives better texture. 4 salmon fillets
- Mix the seasoning blend in a small bowl. 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, ¾ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning, ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Place salmon skin-side down on the prepared pan. Brush with melted butter and drizzle with lemon juice. Sprinkle seasoning evenly over the top. 2 tablespoons melted butter, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- Bake for 10–14 minutes, depending on thickness. Salmon should flake easily. Test internal temp with an instant read thermometer: 125–135°F for tender, 145°F for fully done.
- Serve immediately with lemon slices and parsley. Lemon wedges Fresh parsley
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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The calories shown are based on the recipe making 4 salmon filets, with 1 serving being 1 filet. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **
Nutrition
Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 557mg | Potassium: 862mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 491IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2mg
