Baked Garlic Cilantro Salmon

This easy, delicious baked salmon recipe is the perfect one-pan meal. It’s full of flavor from the garlic and cilantro and it cooks up in just 15 minutes.

This Baked Garlic Cilantro Salmon is healthy, flavorful and so easy to make! It’s the perfect weeknight meal that the whole family will love.

Fresh cilantro, lime, and chopped garlic give the salmon a delicious taste, which is why it has become my family’s favorite recipe.

You can make this salmon recipe easily as it only requires simple ingredients that are readily available at home.

This baked cilantro garlic salmon recipe is my go-to on busy weeknights. Simply bake in the oven and enjoy!

Why We Love Baked Garlic Cilantro Salmon

• The flavor is out of this world. Baked garlic cilantro salmon is one of the most flavorful dishes you’ll ever eat. The garlic and cilantro perfectly complement the rich taste of the salmon, and the result is a dish that is simply exquisite.
• It’s healthy and good for you. Salmon is packed with healthy Omega-3 fatty acids, and baking it is a healthier cooking method than frying.
• It’s easy to make. This dish is surprisingly easy to make, even if you’re not a experienced cook. Just follow the simple recipe, and you’ll be able to enjoy baked garlic cilantro salmon any time you want.

Ingredients for Baked Garlic Cilantro Salmon

Salmon Fillets – Salmon is the healthiest fish, loaded with protein and healthy fats. Try using freshly caught salmon if possible.

Chopped Cilantro – Cilantro is a must as it gives the salmon a fresh, herby taste. You can swap cilantro with your favorite herb if you like.

Garlic – Garlic adds to the flavor of salmon while getting rid of the smell. Try to rub it generously on the salmon for enhanced flavor.

Olive Oil – Adding oil to the marinade will make the salmon juiciest and softest while allowing it to soak up the seasoning.

Soy Sauce – Soy sauce will add that beautiful caramelized color to your salmon while giving it that meaty and savory taste.

Lime Juice – lastly, add lime juice to make your salmon taste more flavorful and tender.

How to Make Baked Garlic Cilantro Salmon

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Prepare a baking dish with cooking spray. Add salmon fillets to the baking dish, skin side down, and season with salt and pepper.
3. Mix olive oil, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and soy sauce in a bowl. 
4. Pour the mixture over the salmon and use your hands to rub the mixture into the fillets evenly.
5. Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is flaky.
6. Serve salmon over rice and top with sliced lime wedges.

Recipe Tips

1. Season your salmon generously. This will help to lock in flavor and keep your salmon moist and juicy.
2. Preheat your oven to the correct temperature before cooking your salmon. This will help ensure that your salmon cooks evenly throughout.
3. Coat your salmon well before baking. This will help to create a delicious crispy skin on your salmon.
4. Be careful not to overcook your salmon. Salmon is best when it’s nice and crispy on the outside while remaining moist and flaky on the inside.

FAQs

What to Serve with Garlic Cilantro Salmon?

There are many options to pick from. I like to have my garlic cilantro salmon with brown or Cajun Cauliflower rice because it’s quick to make. I make my rice while the salmon is in the oven. If you don’t like rice, you can serve it with dill pickle salad or with baked potatoes. You can also serve it with steamed veggies if you want to keep it simple.

Can We Store the Leftovers?

This baked cilantro garlic salmon is best served as soon as they are baked. You can store the leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge. Reheat to desired temperature in microwave or oven.

What Type of Salmon is Best for this Dish?

This recipe can use both frozen salmon fillet and wildly caught salmon. I love using wildly caught salmon because the taste is so much better than store-bought salmon. If using Frozen salmon, be sure to thaw it completely and pat dry before marinating them.