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Baked Lemon Garlic Salmon — Easy Healthy Dinner Ready in 20 Minutes

April 6, 2026

Flaky, tender salmon baked with garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs — this 20-minute healthy dinner is rich in omega-3s and seriously delicious.

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Total

20 min

Servings

2 DIFFICULTY

Easy

INGREDIENTS:

2 salmon fillets (about 150g each)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 lemon (sliced + juice of half)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill (chopped)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tbsp capers (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat the oven. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Season the salmon. Place salmon fillets in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Rub minced garlic evenly over each fillet. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Add toppings. Lay lemon slices on top of each fillet. Scatter capers around if using. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or dill.
Bake the salmon. Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness. Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork, and the center is just opaque. Don’t overbake — it dries out quickly!
Serve and enjoy. Serve immediately with steamed vegetables, brown rice, or a fresh salad.

💚 Why It's Good For You

Salmon is one of the richest sources of omega-3 fatty acids — powerful for heart and brain health
High in complete protein to support muscle repair and recovery
Garlic contains allicin — a potent anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting compound
Lemon provides vitamin C and enhances iron absorption from the fish

💡 Tips & Swaps

Don’t overbake! 12 minutes is usually perfect for a standard fillet.

Sides: Pairs beautifully with roasted asparagus, mashed sweet potato, or quinoa.

Storage: Leftover salmon keeps in fridge 2 days — great flaked over salads.

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