Moist Mediterranean Rosemary Baked Salmon Recipe (5 Ingredients, 20 Minutes) by Elisa Schmitz

I love Mediterranean cooking. Mediterranean recipes offer so much flavor, along with all of the health benefits of the Mediterranean Diet.

This simple Mediterranean lemon rosemary baked salmon recipe is so moist and savory. Plus, it offers the health benefits of rosemary and the health benefits of lemon, which combine to create a compelling flavor.

Photo credit (all photos): Elisa Schmitz

Here are the five simple ingredients you need to make this gluten-free seafood dinner recipe: fresh salmon, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, fresh rosemary and garlic powder. You combine the sauce ingredients then spread the sauce over the salmon in a baking dish. You then bake the low-sodium salmon for only about 15 minutes. So quick and easy, but so flavorful!

I served this succulent salmon dish with my spinach artichoke mashed potato casserole for an easy high-protein, low-calorie meal. It also would be delicious served with potatoes, quinoa or any of your favorite side dishes.

Cuisine: American 
Prep Time: 5 minutes 
Cook Time: 15 minutes 
Total Time: 20 minutes 
Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 1 pound (16 ounces) fresh salmon filet
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh is best)
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, diced (plus an extra sprig for garnish, optional)

Here's how to make it:

1. Place the salmon filet in a casserole dish or baking pan (I lined mine with aluminum foil for easier cleanup). In a small mixing bowl or measuring cup, add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder and rosemary. Whisk to blend. (If you don't have fresh rosemary, you can use dried rosemary.)
   
2. Pour the sauce over the salmon.
   
3. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
   
4. Bake the salmon at 375 degrees F for about 15 minutes, or until desired doneness. Salmon is done when it reaches 145 degrees F on a food thermometer.
   
5. Remove from oven and serve with your favorite side dishes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave.
   

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