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Crispy Baked Lemon Herb Salmon Easy Recipe with Fresh Herbs

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This crispy baked lemon herb salmon recipe delivers perfectly crispy skin and tender, flaky fish infused with fresh herbs and bright lemon flavor. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 ounces / 170 grams each)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 medium lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them skin-side up on the lined baking sheet, spacing about an inch apart.
  4. Brush the herb and oil mixture evenly over the salmon fillets, coating the top and sides but avoiding soaking the skin.
  5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on fillet thickness, until salmon flakes easily with a fork but remains moist.
  7. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crispiness, watching closely to avoid burning the herbs.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to redistribute juices.
  9. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

Dry the salmon skin thoroughly before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to allow even heat circulation. Use fresh herbs for best flavor and aroma. Optional broil step adds extra crispiness but watch carefully to avoid burning. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven to preserve texture.

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