Easy Lemon Pepper Salmon

This post was sponsored by The Marine Stewardship Council. As always, all opinions are my own.

Primed for a weeknight dinner, this easy and healthy flavourful Lemon Pepper Salmon recipe can be on the table in just 20 minutes. This one-pan wonder is by far the easiest fish recipe you'll ever make. Flaky, juicy, tangy and absolutely desilicious.

Is Salmon Really Good For You?

I think you'd agree that it's not only dietitians, who boast about the health benefits of eating salmon. It's one of the richest sources of omega-3 essential fatty acids (for which it receives the most attention!), an exceptional source of protein - plus vitamins and minerals (vitamin D, zinc and iron).

It certainly gets a gold star from me.

What Is The Best Salmon To Buy?

When it comes to what salmon to buy, I'd say make the mindful choice and choose salmon that's certified sustainable. Wild salmon - with the MSC blue fish label is certified wild, sustainable and can be traced back to the fishery that it came from. You can rest assured that it's healthy for you and healthy for the oceans too.

How to Make Lemon Pepper Salmon in 6 Easy Steps

1. Lay salmon fillets in an oven-proof dish. If using a sheet, lay with parchment
2. Combine pepper and salt. Season fillets on both sides with salt-pepper mixture
3. Sprinkle lemon zest evenly over fillets
4. Combine lemon juice and oil and mix. Pour over fillets
5. Wash and cut tomato and lemon in medium slices and arrange on fillets
6. Place in the middle shelf of the oven and bake for about 15 minutes. Since the cooking time depends on the fillet thickness and oven temperatures, check with a fork to confirm that fish is fully cooked

Serving Suggestions

This salmon is desilicious-ly served with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables such as eggplant, zucchini, and potatoes, grilled vegetables or rice. When choosing rice, opt for whole-grain options that are full of fibre and more nutritious!

Top Tips for Making This Easy And Healthy Lemon Pepper Salmon

• Defrost salmon in the fridge
• Use paper towels to dry the salmon fillets thoroughly dry before preparation
• When choosing lemons, go for unwaxed
• When baking, check the fish after 10 minutes in case it's already cooked through. You want to prevent overcooking the fillets
• Leftover will keep well in the fridge for 2 days
• Leftover can be eaten cold with salad or can be reheated until piping hot all the way through

More Desi~licious Fish Recipes You Might Like:

• 4-Spice Basa Fish Fillet
• Thai Coconut Shrimp Curry
• Tuna Cutlets

What's your favourite way to enjoy fish? Have you tried my lemon pepper salmon before? Let me know in the comments below!

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Easy Lemon Pepper Salmon

Author Shahzadi Devje

5 from 2 votes

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Primed for a weeknight dinner, this easy and healthy flavourful Lemon Pepper Salmon recipe can be on the table in just 20 minutes. This one-pan wonder is by far the easiest fish recipe you'll ever make. Flaky, juicy, tangy and absolutely desilicious.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time15 mins

Total Time20 mins

Course: Main

Cuisine American, Western

Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

• ▢ 450 g salmon fillets MSC certified, frozen
• ▢ 1 tsp black pepper
• ▢ ⅔ tsp sea salt
• ▢ 1 tbsp lemon zest
• ▢ 1 lemon juice, small
• ▢ 1 tomato small
• ▢ 4 slices lemon
• ▢ ½ tbsp olive oil extra virgin

Instructions

• Thaw, drain and dry salmon fillets
• Preheat oven to 420 degrees Fahrenheit. Lay parchment paper in oven-proof sheet pan or dish and place fillets
• Combine pepper and salt. Season fillets on both sides with salt-pepper mixture
• Sprinkle lemon zest evenly over fillets
• Combine lemon juice and oil and mix. Pour over fillets
• Wash and cut tomato and lemon in medium slices and arrange on fillets
• Place in the middle shelf of the oven and bake for about 15 minutes. Since the cooking time depends on the fillet thickness and oven temperatures, check with a fork to confirm that fish is fully cooked


Notes

• Defrost salmon in the fridge
• Use paper towels to dry the salmon fillets thoroughly dry before preparation
• When choosing lemons, go for unwaxed
• When baking, check the fish after 10 minutes in case it's already cooked through. You want to prevent overcooking the fillets
• Leftover will keep well in the fridge for 2 days
• Leftover can be eaten cold with salad or can be reheated until piping hot all the way through

Nutrition Facts

Easy Lemon Pepper Salmon

Amount Per Serving

Calories 165 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Cholesterol 50mg17%

Sodium 409mg17%

Potassium 87mg2%

Carbohydrates 3g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 23g46%

Vitamin A 300IU6%

Vitamin C 14.9mg18%

Calcium 5mg1%

Iron 0.9mg5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Please note the nutritional analysis values are estimates and suggestions. This nutrition facts table does not know your life - your body, including your hunger and satiety cues, change daily. It's okay to eat more or less. Say no to food guilt and instead embrace mindful eating.

Shahzadi Devje

Shahzadi is an award-winning registered dietitian (RD) regulated by the College of Dietitians of Ontario and certified diabetes educator (CDE), approved by the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board. A YouTuber and notorious foodie, she's dedicated to helping you end your cooking wars, transform your health, and be the best version of yourself! Shahzadi is an on-air nutrition expert for CTV Your Morning and a regular contributor for Global News and other national media outlets.