Irresistible Christmas Salmon: A Juicy Citrus Herb Delight
Experience the flavors of the holidays with this irresistible Christmas salmon dish, infused with citrus and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets salmon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, dill, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the citrus herb mixture over the salmon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the herb mixture.
- Pair with a festive side of roasted vegetables or a light salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 75
Keywords: Christmas salmon, citrus, herbs, holiday recipes, festive fish