Description
Indulge in the exquisite taste of Roasted Salmon with Fennel, a dish that combines tender salmon fillets and sweet, caramelized fennel for a delightful dining experience. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. With vibrant flavors and a stunning presentation, you’ll feel like a gourmet chef in your own kitchen. Dive into this culinary masterpiece that’s sure to spark joy and create lasting memories!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet
- 1 medium fennel bulb (about 8 oz), sliced into wedges
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange the sliced fennel on one side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; toss to coat.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and lemon zest over the fennel.
- Place the salmon fillet on the opposite side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt, pepper, and additional herbs if desired.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily and the fennel is caramelized.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (8 oz total)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg