Baked Salmon With Caper Sauce

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

Baked Salmon With Caper Sauce - a healthy and flavorful dish

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

386

Sugar

Fat

29g

Baked Salmon With Caper Sauce is a healthy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The salmon is seasoned with salt and pepper and then baked in the oven, resulting in a tender and moist fillet. The caper sauce adds a tangy and savory flavor to the dish, making it a surefire hit with family and friends. This dish can be enjoyed on its own or served with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper to taste.
3.	In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter and lemon juice.
4.	Place the salmon fillets in a lightly greased baking dish.
5.	Brush the seasoned fillets with the butter and lemon juice mixture.
6.	Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
7.	In a small bowl, mix together the chopped parsley and chopped capers.
8.	Spoon the caper sauce over the baked salmon and serve.

PROS

Baked salmon is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for maintaining good health.

This dish is easy to prepare and requires minimal ingredients.

The caper sauce adds a burst of flavor to the salmon.

CONS

Salmon can be expensive.

Overcooking the salmon can result in a dry and tough texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Baked salmon is a healthy source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for maintaining brain function, heart health, and reducing inflammation in the body.
Capers are also a rich source of antioxidants and can help with digestion and reducing inflammation.

	4 salmon steaks , about 1 1/2 inches thick
	1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
	1/2 cup butter , melted
	salt and pepper
	1/4 cup of chopped parsley
	1/4 cup chopped capers