Baked Salmon In 5 Ingredients Flat
Introduction
Need a delicious recipe that is fast and everyone will love? Enter: the only recipe you need for Easy 5 Ingredient Baked Salmon. So easy to throw together & full of flavor. This recipe is ideal for a weeknight supper because it takes about 30 minutes to put together in just one pan and you have leftovers.
Why Make This Recipe
This recipe is going to come so fast it will jump off the screen at ya! Nutrient-rich: salmon is good for you. The lemon-garlic butter sauce in this recipe just tastes soooo good. It will bring dinner to your table in no time, and everyone in your family would love sitting together for a yummy meal before going too bed.
5 Ingredient None Left Over Baked Salmon
Ingredients:
- A 2-3 lb fillet of salmon (deboned)
- 1/2 C Salted butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 8 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp minced fresh dill
Directions:
- Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) for. Preheat a baking sheet (with 4 sides, preferably) lined with foil. Add salmon right in the side of foil.
- Whisk the butter, lemon juice, garlic and dill in a glass measuring cup. Whisk until combined.
- Place the salmon in a baking dish and drizzle the butter mixture over it. Fold in the sides and ends of the aluminum foil carefully pinching them together to seal around salmon completely.
- Place in the oven & bake for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon flakes with a fork.
How to Serve Easy 5 Ingredient Baked Salmon
This salmon and either steamed fresh greens or a light salad is all you need to enjoy! It is also nice with rice or quinoa on the side for a meal. Just give a nice squeeze of fresh lemon over the top to help bring out all those flavors too!
Easy 5 Ingredient Baked Salmon: Notes, Tips and Instructions
If you have any leftover, allow the salmon to completely cool. Place in an airtight container and keep cool. It will keep you fresh upto 3 days. They can also be frozen if you want to save some for later.
How to Bake Simple Baked Salmon with 5 Ingredients
- Remember to watch the salmon when baking it. Time: This depends on the thickness of your fillet.
- Don't omit the fresh dill, it really boost all flavors!
- Adjust garlic and lemon juice to your taste.
Variation
And if you like a little heat, mix those red pepper flakes in with the butter combo for zing. You can also use parsley or thyme in place of dill for various flavors.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen salmon?
Yes, you can. Still, that only if you make sure it fully defrosted before cooking.
2. What can I serve with baked salmon?
It works with rice, quinoa or a side of roasted veggies.
3. WHEN IS THE SALMON COOKED?
You will know the salmon is ready once it flakes easily with a fork and appears an opaque color.
You are now welcome to this quick recipe for Easy 5 Ingredient Baked Salmon Cook with love, eat slower and savor your food!
