Baked salmon with Himalayan salt
A simple to prepare, fast cooking, healthy salmon meal, ready in 25 minutes – what could be easier?This baked salmon with Himalayan salt is a simple yet flavorful dish that highlights the natural richness of fresh salmon. The subtle mineral notes of Himalayan salt, paired with a drizzle of olive oil and a hint of lemon, create a perfectly seasoned, flaky fish that melts in your mouth. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or an elegant dinner option, this recipe is sure to impress with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets – approximately 6-ounces in weight each
- 1 teaspoon Himalayan salt
- Butter – optional
- Dill – optional for garnishing
- Lemon wedges – optional for garnishing
Instructions
Cooking Instructions for baked salmon with Himalayan salt
- Lift salmon fillets out of fridge and allow to come up to room temperature
- Meanwhile preheat the oven to 180C degrees (350F or Gas mark 4)
- Layer an oven proof dish with foil
- Place salmon fillets on the foil, skin side down
- Sprinkle with the Himalayan salt
- Butter – If using place a small slice of butter on top of each salmon fillet
- Wrap up the foil and place in the centre of the oven
- Bake the salmon for 20 minutes
- Sprinkle finely chopped Dill over each fillet and serve with a wedge of lemon
Notes
Serving suggestion: serve with a fresh green salad, a selection of steamed vegetables or delicious creamy mashed potatoes. Making mashed potatoes without a ricer is totally possible—just take a look at these potato ricer replacement ideas.
Tip: For a crunchy texture for your baked salmon just sprinkle some additional Himalayan Salt over the top before serving.
Nutritional information per 6 ounce serving
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- Calories 180
- Total fat 6g
- Saturated fat 1g
- Cholesterol 60mg
- Carbohydrate 4g
- Fibre 1g
- Protein 28g