lemon pepper salmon

Easy, Healthy, and keto and low carb, this simple made from Scratch Lemon Pepper Salmon is a perfect weeknight meal!

Lemon Pepper Salmon

Salmon fillets

Lemon pepper

Make homemade Lemon Pepper as directed, you'll need all of it.

Preheat oven to 350F

Add the lemon pepper onto the top of salmon fillets.

Bake for 20 minutes,&nbsp; or until salmon is cooked the way you like it.

Juicy baked salmon at home in 20 minutes that’s so EASY and tastes BETTER than from a fancy restaurant!! The lemons, lemon pepper, and Dijon add so much rich FLAVOR to this FOOLPROOF sheet pan salmon!!

Baked Lemon Pepper Salmon

salmon

lemons, sliced into thin rounds

olive oil

lemon juice

Dijon mustard

kosher salt,

lemon pepper,

honey

parsley,

Preheat oven to 375F (use convection if you...

Preheat oven to 375F (use convection if you have it), line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easier cleanup (highly recommended), place the salmon skin-side down on the baking sheet, and nestle the lemon slices underneath it, evenly spaced.

Evenly drizzle with olive oil; set aside.

To a small bowl, add the lemon juice,...

To a small bowl, add the lemon juice, Dijon, stir to combine, then slowly spoon the mixture over the salmon. Evenly season with salt and lemon pepper.

Bake at 375F for about 12 to 15...

Bake at 375F for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until salmon is nearly done.

Remove the baking sheet from the oven, evenly...

Remove the baking sheet from the oven, evenly drizzle the salmon with honey, turn broiler to High, and broil for 3 to 5 minutes to finish cooking.

Alternatively, if you're not comfortable broiling, simply continue...

Alternatively, if you're not comfortable broiling, simply continue baking the salmon for a few extra minutes, or until done; don't overcook or the salmon will be dry and the broccoli will burn. 

Optionally garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

A fuss-free meal with pan-seared salmon and lemony orzo cooked together with spinach and Parmesan for a quick and easy dinner. A winner for busy nights— this all-in-one dish is sure to be loved by everyone at your table!

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

salmon fillets

salt (divided)

tsp black pepper (divided)

tsp sweet paprika

garlic powder

unsalted butter

yellow onion (finely chopped)

garlic

dry orzo pasta

thyme

chicken broth

baby spinach

juice from ½ lemon

Parmesan

black pepper (for servng)

chili flakes (for serving)

prepping

Get your prep done before you start cooking: Grate the Parmesan cheese, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with garlic powder, sweet paprika and ½ teaspoon salt and pepper.

searing

Heat oil and butter over medium high in a large nonstick pan or skillet. Add salmon fillets and sear, 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.Reduce heat to medium, add garlic and onion. Cook until soft and fragrant for about 2 minutes. Stir in thyme and the remaining salt and pepper. Add orzo and toast for 1 minute.

cooking

Pour in broth and bring to a boil. To maintain a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered while stirring occasionally to prevent the orzo from sticking, until almost al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes.

simmering

Add spinach, stir and simmer until wilted for about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and Parmesan. Add more broth, if needed. Taste and adjust salt.

finishing

Return salmon to the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the salmon is heated through.

serving

Top with freshly ground black pepper and chili flakes. Enjoy!

Looking for the best way to cook salmon in the oven? Look no further than this baked lemon pepper salmon! This foolproof recipe is incredibly easy to make and full of flavor. It&#039;s gluten free, dairy free and paleo friendly. 

lemon zest

salt

black pepper

red pepper flakes

preheat

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 

whisk sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, black pepper, lemon juice, melted butter or olive oil, salt and lemon zest.

add sauce to salmon

Add the salmon fillets to a cast iron pan or baking sheet and pour the sauce on top. Take a brush to spread the mixture on evenly. It will pool around the sides of the salmon which is ok. 

slice lemons

Take 1 extra lemon and slice into thin strips. Place on top of each fillet and top with additional black pepper, lemon zest or salt if desired. 

bake

Bake for 12-18 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon and your preference of &quot;doneness.&quot; I like salmon well done and my fillets were somewhat thick, so I did 18 minutes, but check it at 12. It should flake easily and peel right off the skin and be an even color throughout.

serve

Add an extra squeeze of lemon juice and serve with quinoa, rice, cauliflower rice or any green veggies such as steamed broccoli or asparagus. I also love to drizzle everything with my homemade basil pesto vinaigrette.  Enjoy!

This was so delicious and easy!! I did 1 tbsp butter and 1 of olive oil. Will make again for sure :)

I don't usually comment on recipes, but this was my first time cooking fish and it was INCREDIBLE. Super easy, super yummy. Threw some peppers and carrots on the sheet with it and served with quinoa that had extra sauce poured on it. I cooked from frozen so the cook times were a bit different, but it turned out amazing. New favourite recipe, thank you!

Very grateful for the recipe. Excellent dinner.

OMG this was delicious.  My husband is always a little nervous about eating Salmon and he said "if you can guarantee that it will be like this every time than I will eat this every time". We paired it with the kale salad, YUM!  Thank you for providing flavorful alternatives.

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