Close-up of raw salmon fillets garnished with salt, lemon wedges, and rosemary on a baking tray.

Stovetop~30 minComplexity

The BEST Baked Salmon Recipe (Easy + Quick)

Name: The BEST Baked Salmon Recipe (Easy + Quick)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: Brown sugar; 1½ teaspoons kosher salt; Paprika, ground; Garlic powder; ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper; Salmon, raw; Olive oil

This Baked Salmon recipe delivers 40 calories per serving with complete protein data for tracking. Prepares 6 servings using stovetop methods in minimal time. Incorporate this as a flexible side or base protein when building meals around your daily macro targets.

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Ingredients

6 servings

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Brown sugar(15g)
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1½ teaspoons kosher salt
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Paprika, Ground(8g)
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Garlic powder(8g)
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½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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Salmon
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Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

Instructions

1Preheat your oven to 375°F with a rack positioned in the center.
2In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, and garlic powder until evenly mixed.
3Pat the salmon dry with paper towels, then arrange skin side down on a rimmed baking sheet.
4Brush the salmon generously with olive oil, then rub the spice mixture evenly over the top and sides until completely coated.
5Bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F at the thickest part.
6Let the salmon cool for 3–5 minutes, then divide evenly into 6 airtight containers while warm.

Nutrition — Per Serving

calories

protein

fat

Carbohydrates: 4g
Saturated fat: 0.4g
Sodium: 2 mg
Dietary fiber: 0.6g

6 servings per batch · ~8g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does The BEST Baked Salmon Recipe have per serving?

This recipe entry shows 0g protein and 40 calories per serving, which indicates the nutritional data is incomplete or incorrectly entered in the system and needs to be corrected.

How long does The BEST Baked Salmon Recipe take to prep?

The recipe is labeled as quick prep and makes 6 servings, though the incomplete macro data should be verified before relying on this recipe for your meal plan.

Is The BEST Baked Salmon Recipe suitable for my macros?

The nutritional information for this recipe appears to be missing or inaccurate in the PrepForge database and should be updated with correct salmon protein and calorie content before using it for macro tracking.