Description
Experience the delightful fusion of zesty lemon and aromatic garlic in this easy-to-make Lemon Garlic Salmon Tray Bake. This one-pan wonder features tender salmon and vibrant vegetables, all cooked to perfection with minimal effort. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or dill), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate the salmon fillets in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the vegetables by slicing zucchini and halving the cherry tomatoes.
- On a large baking sheet, spread out the zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Place the marinated salmon fillets in the center.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Before serving, sprinkle fresh herbs over the dish for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with vegetables (approximately 8 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg