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Baked Garlic Salmon
Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which can help to reduce cholesterol. The use of olive oil also benefits heart health. This recipe is suitable for high cholesterol.
Adapted from The Spruce Eats, by Diana Rattray
- High cholesterol
- Celiac
- Dairy-free
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Heart health
- Mediterranean
- Balanced
- Gluten-free
Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic (small, minced)
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (heaping)
- 4 salmon fillets (about 4 to 6 ounces each)
- Dash kosher salt
- Dash black pepper
- 2 lemons (divided)
Method
- Gather the ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 375 F. Lightly grease a 9-by-13-by-2-inch baking pan or line the pan with foil and lightly oil the foil. Sprinkle the fillets lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, parsley, and olive oil. Stir well to incorporate.
- Arrange the salmon fillets in the prepared baking pan and evenly spread the garlic and parsley mixture over.
- Bake the salmon for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the fillets register 145 F on an instant-read thermometer or flake easily with a fork.20 min timer
- Drizzle the baked salmon fillets with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
- Enjoy!
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