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Baked Salmon with Spinach

Baked Salmon with Spinach

Delicious Baked Salmon with Spinach that's easy to make and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 355
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fish and Greens
  • 4 fillets salmon (6 oz each) skin-side down
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for drizzling
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or dill to taste
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and herbs.
  3. In a bowl, toss fresh spinach with lemon juice and a bit of olive oil; spread it around the salmon.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  5. Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving; optionally drizzle with extra lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 355kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 36gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different greens or cheeses for added flavor and nutrition.

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