Name: Marry Me Salmon: Easy Romantic Baked Salmon with Vegetables Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 fillets Salmon (Wild-caught preferred); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Avocado oil is an excellent substitute); 3 cloves Garlic (Minced) (Fresh preferred); 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed preferred); 1 teaspoon Salt (Sea salt or kosher salt); 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly cracked); 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill (Dried dill or parsley are acceptable substitutes); 1 cup Asparagus (Roast with salmon); 1 cup Bell Peppers (Roast with salmon)

Description

Marry Me Salmon is an easy, flavorful recipe perfect for a romantic dinner at home. Featuring wild-caught salmon fillets marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh dill, then baked alongside roasted asparagus and bell peppers, this dish delivers a tender, flaky, and aromatic main course in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Marinade

2 fillets Salmon (Wild-caught preferred)
2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Avocado oil is an excellent substitute)
3 cloves Garlic (Minced) (Fresh preferred)
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed preferred)
1 teaspoon Salt (Sea salt or kosher salt)
1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly cracked)
2 tablespoons Fresh Dill (Dried dill or parsley are acceptable substitutes)

Vegetables

1 cup Asparagus (Roast with salmon)
1 cup Bell Peppers (Roast with salmon)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the salmon and vegetables.
Prepare Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
Arrange Salmon: Line a baking sheet and place the salmon fillets skin-side down on it.
Apply Marinade: Brush the prepared marinade evenly over each salmon fillet, ensuring good coverage. Sprinkle fresh dill on top of the salmon for added aroma and flavor.
Roast Vegetables: Arrange the asparagus and bell peppers around the salmon on the baking sheet so they can roast simultaneously.
Bake: Bake everything in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Rest & Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving with the roasted vegetable sides for a complete meal.

Notes

Wild-caught salmon is preferred for better flavor and sustainability.
You can substitute avocado oil for olive oil if preferred.
Fresh garlic and lemon juice enhance the freshness of the marinade.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the salmon is cooked to a safe internal temperature.
Leftover salmon can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold or reheated gently.