Lemon and Thyme Baked Salmon Recipe

Flakey, tender and full of flavor, this lemon and thyme salmon recipe is so simple and easy to make.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 252kcal

Preheat the oven to 390F / 200c.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the salmon on the baking sheet, skin side down, and pat gently with kitchen paper to remove excess moisture.
1.3 pounds fresh salmon fillet (skin on)
Rub the oil all over the salmon fillet.
1 tablespoon oil
Evenly sprinkle over the rest of the seasonings.
½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon paprika, ¾ tablespoon dried thyme
Place the lemon slices on top of the salmon.
1 lemon
Bake for 10-14 minutes, depending ton the thickness of your salmon fillet. It is done when it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh thyme (if using) and serve.
fresh thyme

Make sure your oven is fully preheated before baking the salmon.
Pat the salmon dry before seasonings it to remove any excess moisture.
Sprinkle the seasonings as evenly as you can over the salmon fillet. I like to use a spoon for this.
The salmon is cooked when it is opaque in color and easily flakes with a fork.