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Baked Salmon with Mayo and Cheese

Baked Salmon with Mayo and Cheese for a Cozy Weeknight Meal

Moist Baked Salmon with Mayo and Cheese is an indulgent weeknight meal that's easy to make and sure to impress.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Choose high-fat options like Atlantic or King for a richer flavor.
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Try Gruyère or cheddar for a different flavor.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adjust if you enjoy onion flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt for a subtle difference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked is best.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment Paper
  • Bowls
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking tray, evenly spaced.
  3. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Spread the mayonnaise mixture generously over each salmon fillet.
  5. Bake for 12-18 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove from the oven, let rest for a minute, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with fresh steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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