Cold Oven Salmon
The secret to perfect flakes and flavor is to start with a cold oven! Season with olive oil, salt, pepper & paprika, and that's it: perfect each time.
Ingredients
- 3-4 medium-sized salmon filets
- 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
- kosher salt and black pepper
- lemon wedges and fresh herbs such as dill or parsley, optional garnish
Instructions
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil, and place salmon filets on top, skin-side down, if they have skin. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the baking sheet in the cold oven. Close the door, then turn the oven on to 400 degrees F. Set a timer for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, check the salmon. If it is done, it will flake easily when pressed with a fork, and have an internal temperature nearing 145 degrees F in the thickest part. Leave it for a few minutes if needed, but remove promptly when it hits 145 degrees.
- Serve fillets as desired. We like it as a main dish with a squeeze of lemon juice and sprinkle of fresh herbs (parsley and dill are my favorites). It’s also great over salads. Enjoy!
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 213 kcal, Carbohydrates: 0.1 g, Protein: 25 g, Fat: 12 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g, Cholesterol: 70 mg, Sodium: 56 mg, Potassium: 630 mg, Fiber: 0.1 g, Sugar: 0.03 g, Vitamin A: 174 IU, Vitamin C: 0.003 mg, Calcium: 16 mg, Iron: 1 mg
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