Coho Salmon Recipe
Looking for a simple yet elegant meal? This coho salmon recipe delivers rich flavor, quick prep, and restaurant-quality results right from your kitchen!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper or foil
- Small Mixing Bowl
- Basting Brush or Spoon
- Oven
- Meat thermometer (optional but recommended)
Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce Coho salmon fillets, skin-on or skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare the seasoning: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Season the salmon: Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet. Brush each piece with the seasoned oil mixture.
- Bake: Cook for 12–15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
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Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Protein: 34g
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids: High