Irresistible Christmas Salmon: A Delightful Citrus Herb Feast
Experience the holiday spirit with this Irresistible Christmas Salmon, infused with vibrant citrus and aromatic herbs. A perfect main dish for your festive gatherings!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds salmon fillets
- 2 oranges, zested and juiced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the citrus juices, zest, olive oil, dill, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon in a baking dish and pour the citrus herb mixture over it, ensuring the salmon is well coated.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Christmas, Salmon, Citrus, Herbs, Festive, Recipe