Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons light olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 2 6 ounce fillets salmon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Whisk up the marinade
Start by combining the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and aromatic. The fresh garlic and herbs really come alive at this stage. - Marinate the salmon
Place your salmon fillets in a glass or ceramic dish and pour the marinade over them. Make sure every bit of the fillet is coated. Cover and refrigerate for about an hour, flipping the fillets halfway through. This step is where the magic happens—the salmon absorbs all those delicious flavors. - Prep for baking
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place each marinated fillet onto a sheet of foil and spoon any leftover marinade on top. Seal the foil tightly to trap the moisture—it’s the secret to that perfectly tender, flaky texture. - Bake to perfection
Pop the foil-wrapped salmon onto a baking sheet and bake for 35–45 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when it flakes easily with a fork. Be careful when opening the foil—steam will escape, and it’s hot! - Serve and enjoy
Once baked, transfer the salmon to a plate and garnish with lemon slices or fresh parsley. That final touch makes all the difference.
Notes
Cooking for two? Simply halve the ingredients. Hosting a crowd? This recipe scales easily—just line up your salmon fillets in a larger dish and increase the marinade proportionally. Keep in mind that thicker fillets may need a few extra minutes of baking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner