Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4, 4-6 ounce salmon fillets (defrosted overnight if previously frozen )
  • 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 
  • In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, black pepper, lemon juice, melted butter or olive oil, salt and lemon zest.
  • Add the salmon fillets to a cast iron pan or baking sheet and pour the sauce on top. Take a brush to spread the mixture on evenly. It will pool around the sides of the salmon which is ok. 
  • Take 1 extra lemon and slice into thin strips. Place on top of each fillet and top with additional black pepper, lemon zest or salt if desired. 
  • Bake for 12-18 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon and your preference of "doneness." I like salmon well done and my fillets were somewhat thick, so I did 18 minutes, but check it at 12. It should flake easily and peel right off the skin and be an even color throughout.
  • Add an extra squeeze of lemon juice and serve with quinoa, rice, cauliflower rice or any green veggies such as steamed broccoli or asparagus. Enjoy!