Baked Salmon

Step 1

Set the oven rack to the center position. Preheat to 375ºF (191ºC).

Step 2

Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and lightly grease with vegetable oil or cooking spray.

Step 3

Place salmon on the sheet, skin side down (if still intact).

Step 4

Brush half of the melted butter over the salmon fillet. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the rest of the butter over the salmon.

Step 5

Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the salmon. Place lemon wedges around the sides.

Step 6

Bake until the thickest part reaches an internal temperature of 125º (52ºC), about 12 minutes.

Step 7

Change the oven setting to broil on high. Broil until the surface is a light golden color and garlic just begins to brown, 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 8

Carefully remove the skin from the salmon and transfer fish to a serving platter.

Step 9

Garnish with parsley and dill, serve with roasted lemon wedges.