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Baked Salmon And Ginger Recipe

Indulge in this vibrant and healthy Baked Salmon with Zesty Ginger Glaze! Fresh ginger and salmon create a flavor explosion, perfectly complemented by a bright lemon dressing and your favorite leafy greens. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a weeknight winner.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 380.6 kcal
Protein 128g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Salmon And Ginger

  • Salmon Fillets
  • Fresh Ginger
  • Garlic Clove
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

How to Make Baked Salmon And Ginger

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  3. Place two (6-ounce) salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  5. Evenly spread the ginger-garlic mixture over both salmon fillets.
  6. Squeeze the juice of ½ a lemon over the salmon.
  7. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro.
  8. Drizzle with an additional teaspoon of olive oil.
  9. Loosely wrap each fillet in foil.
  10. Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  11. While the salmon bakes, prepare a simple salad with 2 cups of your favorite leafy greens (spinach, arugula, or watercress), tossed with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar.
  12. Serve the baked salmon over the fresh green salad. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

8g

Carbs

1g

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