Description
Olive-Citrus Slow Roasted Salmon is a delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of fresh salmon, zesty citrus, and aromatic garlic. Simple to prepare yet impressive enough for special occasions, this recipe creates a tender, flaky salmon infused with bright notes of lemon and orange. Perfectly roasted and garnished with fresh herbs, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that transforms any meal into a celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (approx. 6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Juice and zest of 1 orange
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Layer thin slices of lemon and orange on top of the marinated salmon.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 112mg