Baked Salmon With Lemon And Capers Recipe

Flaky, juicy baked salmon with bright lemon and salty capers – a delicious and easy weeknight meal! This recipe is inspired by Giada De Laurentiis, requiring minimal cleanup and delivering maximum flavor. I've made a few tweaks for even better results. Get ready for a restaurant-quality dish in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 374 kcal

Protein 70g

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Ingredients for Baked Salmon With Lemon And Capers

4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
4 teaspoons olive oil
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 lemon, sliced thin
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
8 tablespoons dry white wine (optional)
4 teaspoons capers
4 large pieces aluminum foil

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How to Make Baked Salmon With Lemon And Capers

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Brush both sides of each salmon fillet (about 6 oz each) with 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Season generously with salt, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
Place each seasoned salmon fillet on a large piece of aluminum foil (enough to completely wrap).
Top each salmon fillet with 2 lemon slices, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons white wine (optional), and 1 teaspoon capers.
Carefully fold the foil over the salmon, creating a sealed packet to prevent leakage.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

Fat

16g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Salmon With Lemon And Capers?

Baked Salmon With Lemon And Capers takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Salmon With Lemon And Capers?

Baked Salmon With Lemon And Capers has approximately 374 calories per serving, with about 70 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 32 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Salmon With Lemon And Capers?

The key ingredients for Baked Salmon With Lemon And Capers are Salmon Fillets, Olive Oil, Salt, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, Lemon Slices. See the full list with measurements above.