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Old Bay Salmon

This delicious baked Old Bay Salmon is seasoned with the popular spice blend, herbs, and sliced lemon. It's easy and ready in just 25 mins.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: old bay salmon
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 406kcal
Author: Kate | You Say Potatoes

Equipment

  • Baking dish

Ingredients

  • 1 pound salmon fillet skin on
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped basil plus more for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Lightly grease a baking dish with oil.
  • Rinse the salmon and pat it dry with paper towels. Place the salmon fillet into the prepared baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, combine Old Bay seasoning and pepper.
  • Rub the spice mixture all over the salmon fillet, then sprinkle it with the lemon zest and chopped basil.
  • Place lemon slices on top of the salmon fillet.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
  • Garnish with more chopped basil and serve.
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Notes

For a more flavorful salmon, marinate it in the Old Bay mixture for 30 minutes to 1 hour before baking, in the refrigerator.
You can also add other herbs and spices to the salmon, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or dill weed.
Serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or potatoes.

Nutrition

Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 1204mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 3mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.