This Lemon and Rosemary Salmon is a really simple and easy salmon recipe, but that doesn't mean it is lacking in flavour. Just a few key ingredients mixed together and rubbed on to salmon fillets before putting them in the oven, and they are transformed. Zesty lemon and woody rosemary are mixed with some garlic for a really flavour packed salmon dish that can be prepared in minutes.
The great thing about salmon, like chicken breasts, is that you can add some many different herbs and spices to it to liven it up without adding loads of extra calories.
There are creamy sauces that you can add to salmon, but I like the simplicity of lemon, garlic and rosemary - 3 things that go really well together.
This is such a perfect quick and easy meal to throw together on a summer evening. Even better if you can eat it outside in the early evening sunshine with a glass on wine.
This baked salmon recipe takes just 15 minutes, so that's more time for relaxing outside.
For some reason, people are put off making salmon because they think it is complicated, but like most salmon recipes, this couldn't be easier. This is a recipe for those that hardly ever cook fish, and also for people that love fish and are looking for new ways to cook it.
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How to make
Mix together the lemon, garlic, rosemary and salt and pepper. Put the salmon fillets on a baking tray and rub the mixture on top. Put in a preheated oven at 200°C/400°F/Gas 7 for 15 minutes.
What other herbs can be used?
This salmon fillet recipe was created due to us having a tonne of rosemary in our garden, but you could easily swap it for another herb. I think woody herbs work well, so if you don't want to use rosemary you could swap it for thyme.
Something like dill goes well with salmon and also works well with the garlic and lemon too.
Can this be cooked on the BBQ?
We just threw these salmon fillets in the oven for 15 minutes, but that certainly isn't the only way you can cook them. Every BBQ this summer needs some salmon cooking on it, and this grilled salmon recipe will definitely wow your guests.
Simply wrap these fillets in foil and put on the BBQ grill for about 20 minutes, making sure they are cooked through before serving.
What to serve this with?
There are so many options here! We served our cooked salmon with some fresh tomatoes and rocket lettuce. However we have also cooked up some asparagus and served it with a baked sweet potato. You could also flake up the salmon and put it in tacos or on top of a salad.
Extra tips
- To add a bit of sweetness to this, mix a tablespoon of honey in to the rosemary, lemon and garlic.
- This salmon can be cooked on the BBQ - just wrap it in foil and put on the BBQ grill for around 20 minutes, until cooked through.
- If you don't like rosemary, you can swap it for thyme or dill.
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Recipe
Lemon and Rosemary Salmon recipe
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 garlic cloves crushed
- 1 lemon (juice and zest only)
- 2 teaspoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 1 pinch sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet.
- Mix together the rest of the ingredients and rub over the salmon.
- Put in a preheated oven at 200C and bake for around 15 minutes.
Notes
- To add a bit of sweetness to this, mix a tablespoon of honey in to the rosemary, lemon and garlic.
- This salmon can be cooked on the BBQ - just wrap it in foil and put on the BBQ grill for around 20 minutes, until cooked through.
- If you don't like rosemary, you can swap it for thyme or dill.
Jessica @ Jessiker Bakes
This sounds so delicious. We had baked basa fish for dinner last night...I would definitely love to have this salmon! Love how much protein is in there!
Lucie Adams
Thanks for including all the nutritional info on your recipes, it makes it easier for me to know what is going to fit in with my plan, as I am on a low calorie diet at the moment.
Zoe
We are having this for tea tonight with some sweet potato wedges and brocolli, as I hate the smell of asparagus.
Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes
Salmon is one of my favourite fishes ans we have it all the time at home. I've tried this way of cooking it before and it always comes out so well, yum! It's also great enveloped in grease proof paper so it steams in the bag.
Katie Bryson
I love the flavours you've put together here - delish! I love a sticky Japanese glazed Salmon fillet - soy, maple syrup and orange is one of our faves too :)
May Casson
Yum! This looks amazing!
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Marisa
This looks so good and fresh! Usually when I eat salmon its been in the form of salmon patties (which are nearly not as good for you lol). I'm always intimidated to cook fish, but this looks so good i'm going to have to try it!!
Matt @ Runner Savvy
Yum! Salmon is my fav.
Sarah, Maison Cupcake
Staggered to realise today I'd never blogged salmon! Looks lovely alongside the asparagus.
Louisa
I have given up meat and only eat fish now, so any more fish recipes you have are appreciated :)
Angie
Great flavour combination there Dannii. I could do with getting more fish in to my diet, but salmon is just so expensive.
Michelle
I can't wait to try this. A lovely summer tea.
Fuss Free Helen
I agree that people are slightly scared of cooking fsish and worry about bones, skin and smells.
This looks lovely. And thanks for linking back to my salmon tortilla.
Ceri
Do you cook the asparagus for the same amount of time?
Ann-Marie
I love salmon encroute. I know the pastry is not very healthy, but it is my treat meal whenever we go out to our local pub. With a creamy dill sauce. mmmm.
Justine Thomas
This looks delicious. I wonder how it would work on tuna steaks rather than salmon?
Lilly
I have now subscribed to your blog. Looking forward to new recipes. Any budget ones would be great!
Holly
That's dinner tomorrow night sorted. I love salmon! My boyfriend, not so much but unless he is going to cook, he doesn't get a choice ;)
Carla
I hope you don't mind me saying this, it is meant as a compliment, but your photos have improved so much! I know you have mentioned that it is something you are working on, so just wanted to let you that you have done a great job!
Leah | So, How's It Taste?
I recently started liking salmon, so I'm always looking for ways to cook it. This recipe sounds like something I would absolutely love!