Ingredients:

  • 2 (6-ounce/170g) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • 1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (optional).
  2. Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush the marinade evenly over the salmon fillets. Top with lemon slices.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  6. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving. This is the final step to your delicious baked salmon fillet.