How to Make Baked Salmon

Salmon is a good source of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids.

Fish is one of the most healthful foods you can feed yourself and your family. This recipe is quick, easy and delicious.

Things You'll Need

• 4-6 salmon filets, boned
• 1 stick (1/2 cup) melted butter
• 1/8 cup chopped fresh basil or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Adobo
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Seasoned bread crumbs or finely crumbled stuffing mix

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Cover a baking pan with heavy duty aluminum foil to make cleanup easier. Spray this with nonstick cooking spray.

3. Combine all of the ingredients except the salmon and the bread crumbs and mix well.

4. Dip each fillet into the butter mixture and place skin side down on the foil covered pan. Pour any extra butter mixture on top of the fillets.

5. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of the bread crumbs on each fillet.

6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the fish is flaky and cooked through. Serve.

References

• Martha Stewart: Salmon and Zucchini Baked in Parchment
• Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book; Meredith Corp.; 1996; Baked Fish With Mushrooms

Resources

• Martha Stewart: Salmon Recipes
• American Heart Association: Fish 101