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Lemon-Herb Baked Salmon

Name: Lemon-Herb Baked Salmon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 14 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 lb salmon fillets; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp lemon zest; 2 tsp crushed garlic; ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp dried rosemary; Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Sometimes the most minimal preparation is best, especially when it comes to the delicate taste of salmon. Lemon and a few basic herbs impart their aromatics while the fish bakes, and this entire main dish is on the table in less than 20 minutes.

Serves 4

Ready in 19 mins

Prep time 5 mins

Cooking time 14 mins

147 calories per serving

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Ingredients

> 1 lb salmon fillets

> 1 tbsp lemon juice

> 1/2 tsp lemon zest

> 2 tsp crushed garlic

> ground black pepper

> 1/2 tsp dried rosemary

> Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Steps

Preheat oven to 450°F. Place salmon in a baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spray fillets lightly with the cooking spray and sprinkle with lemon juice.

Rub lemon zest and garlic onto fillets and sprinkle with pepper and rosemary.

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes per inch of thickness or until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Garnish with parsley if desired.