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Baked Lemon Herb Salmon

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and healthy baked salmon dish with fresh vegetables and herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 4 fillets salmon fillets (5–6 oz each, skin-on or off)
  • 2 small zucchinis (sliced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 red onion red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon lemon (thinly sliced)
  • juice of ½ lemon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Garnish

  • optional Fresh dill or parsley (for garnish)
  • optional Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • optional Extra olive oil (for drizzling)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Pat salmon dry, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, and lemon juice. Set aside.
  • Arrange zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onions in the dish. Toss with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Nestle salmon on top.
  • Top salmon with lemon slices, sprinkle chili flakes if using, and bake for 20–25 minutes until flaky and vegetables are tender.
  • Garnish with herbs, serve with lemon wedges and side of choice.

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle with additional olive oil before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Salmon