Baked Salmon For One
This Baked Salmon for One is a simple, flavorful dish perfect for a quick meal. Wrapping the salmon in foil or parchment paper locks in moisture, creating a tender, perfectly seasoned fillet with minimal effort.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- cooking spray or olive oil
- 1 (6 ounce) salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon salted butter -softened
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried tarragon
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1-2 lemon slices
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the Foil: Lightly coat the center of a sheet of foil with cooking spray or a drizzle of olive oil. Place the salmon fillet in the middle.
- Make the Butter Mixture: Soften 1 tablespoon of butter and mix in garlic powder, dried tarragon, and salt.
- Season the Salmon: Spread the butter mixture evenly over the top of the salmon
- Add Lemon: Place the lemon slices on top.
- Seal and Bake: Cover with another sheet of foil, crimping the edges to seal. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the salmon is tender and flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
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- Use a Sheet Pan: Always place the foil packet on a baking sheet for easy handling.
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- Sealing the Foil Packet: Fold the sides together and pinch to seal, leaving a little space for steam to circulate.
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- Check for Doneness: Thicker fillets take longer. Open the foil and check at 15 minutes—if it needs more time, reseal and bake a little longer.
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- Let It Rest: If the salmon is almost done, remove it from the oven and let it rest. It will finish cooking from the residual heat.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 344kcal | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 100mg | Vitamin A: 350IU
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