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Perfect baked salmon 400°F fillet with golden crust

Baked Salmon 400 Time and Temp: The Ultimate Guide for Perfectly Cooked Salmon

Step-by-step guide to bake salmon at 400°F with the perfect time and seasoning for juicy, flaky fish.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh dill or parsley

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven – Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Step 2: Prepare tray – Place salmon fillets on a lined baking tray.
  3. Step 3: Add seasoning – Brush with olive oil and lemon juice.
  4. Step 4: Season fillets – Sprinkle with garlic, salt, and pepper.
  5. Step 5: Bake – Bake for 10-12 minutes per inch of thickness.
  6. Step 6: Finish – Remove when salmon reaches 135°F-145°F and let rest before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with fresh dill or parsley before serving.

  • Author: Mike
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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