Baked Salmon with Seasoning (Print Version)
Salmon baked with a crunchy everything bagel spice blend and fresh lemon for a vibrant, healthy dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fish
01 - 4 salmon fillets, 6 ounces each, skin-on or skinless
→ Seasoning & Toppings
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2.5 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
04 - 1 medium lemon, sliced into rounds
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
→ Garnishes (optional)
06 - Extra lemon wedges
07 - Extra fresh dill
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Brush each fillet with olive oil on all sides to ensure even coating.
04 - Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning evenly over the tops of the salmon, gently pressing to adhere.
05 - Place a lemon slice on top of each seasoned salmon fillet.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
07 - Remove from oven and garnish with fresh dill and additional lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The salmon comes together in twenty minutes flat, making it perfect for those nights when you forgot to plan dinner.
- Everything bagel seasoning does all the heavy lifting, so you don't need a long ingredient list or complicated technique.
- It's naturally gluten-free and packed with omega-3s, so you feel good about what you're eating.
02 -
- Salmon cooks faster than you think, so set a timer and don't walk away—overcooked salmon turns dry and disappoints everyone at the table.
- Patting the fish dry is not optional; it's the difference between a golden crust and a steamed piece of fish sitting in its own water.
03 -
- Buy salmon from the fishmonger counter instead of the pre-packaged section; they'll tell you when it came in and actually care if you're happy with it.
- Toast your everything bagel seasoning lightly in a dry pan for thirty seconds before using it on a special occasion, and the flavor becomes even more intense and alive.