Baked Salmon With Herb Sauce Recipe

Flaky, juicy baked salmon infused with fresh herbs and a creamy, tangy mayonnaise sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner and ready in under 30 minutes! Impress your family with this restaurant-quality meal without the fuss.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 244.1 kcal
Protein 70g
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Ingredients for Baked Salmon With Herb Sauce

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How to Make Baked Salmon With Herb Sauce

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut salmon fillet into 4 equal-sized serving pieces (approximately 4-6 ounces each).
  3. Place salmon pieces in a baking dish, skin-side down if applicable, leaving some space between each piece.
  4. Dot the top of each salmon fillet with 1 teaspoon of butter.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill.
  6. Spread the herb mayonnaise mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
  7. Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of your fillets.
  8. Garnish with lemon wedges before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

16g

Carbs

0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Salmon With Herb Sauce?

Baked Salmon With Herb Sauce takes about 27 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 17 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Salmon With Herb Sauce?

Baked Salmon With Herb Sauce has approximately 244.1 calories per serving, with about 70 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Salmon With Herb Sauce?

The key ingredients for Baked Salmon With Herb Sauce are Salmon Fillets, Butter, Salt And Pepper, Mayonnaise, Parsley, Dill. See the full list with measurements above.

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