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Demetra Overton

Oven Roasted Salmon

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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • one 2 to 2 and 1/2 pound side of salmon
  • 2 tablespoons of oil canola, avocado oil or grapeseed oil all work well
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees
  2. Cover a sheet pan with foil and place it in the oven to get hot
  3. Rub both sides of the salmon with spices and oil
  4. Place the salmon skin side down on the sheet pan and place the sheet pan on the bottom rack in the oven
  5. Roast the salmon for about 7 to 8 minutes depending on your desired doneness. Salmon should be cooked to 145 degrees in the thickest part
  6. Move the salmon to the top rack and broil for 1 to 2 minutes until the salmon is browned on top. Watch it closely so it doesn't burn