Easy Baked Salmon Recipe with a Brown Sugar Marinade

Easy baked salmon recipe with a brown sugar marinade is a perfect dinner entrè. This delicious baked salmon fillet recipe is low carb and gluten-free.

One of my favorite recipes is salmon, and I always look for new ways to prepare it.This recipe uses brown sugar to add sweetness and a glaze to the salmon fillet.

Salmon is an excellent source of protein. This easy baked salmon recipe is very healthy because it has almost no added fat, making it perfect for weight loss. All you need to make this recipe is some fresh ingredients like fresh lemon slices, olive oil, garlic salt, ground black pepper, and brown sugar.

This salmon recipe is perfect for those nights when you want to make dinner but don’t have much time! It’s simple and delicious, and it only takes about 20 minutes from start to finish.

The brown sugar marinade creates a sweet and crunchy crust on top of the fillet. Serve this salmon filet with a healthy salad over brown rice for a complete meal. 

Should you bake salmon with the skin on or off?

Salmon skin contains fatty acids that are good for your heart, but removing them may make the fish less oily. If you want to remove the skin, place the fillets in a shallow dish, cover with cold water, and let sit for 15 minutes before cooking. The skin will then easily come off when you pull it away from the flesh.

If you prefer not to remove the skin, feel free to use any method you like. You can grill, broil, pan fry, or even bake the salmon. 

For this recipe I’ve baked it both ways, most of the time when I make salmon, I just leave the skin on during the baking process. Once the fillet has been baked, the fish meat is easy to remove from the skin. 

Healthy quick and easy recipes like this baked salmon wrapped in foil are perfect.

What Temperature Should you Bake Salmon?

Salmon should be baked at 425 F. A good rule of thumb is to use an oven thermometer to check the internal temperature of salmon. It should be at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit when cooked through. If you’re using frozen salmon, thaw it completely before cooking.

The best way to tell if the salmon is done is by checking its color. When the salmon turns opaque, it’s ready. You can also test it with a fork. Remove the salmon from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking time for salmon fillets should be around 15-20 minutes. This can vary depending on the size of the salmon pieces. 

How Long Can You Keep Baked Salmon?

Baked salmon can last up to 3 days in the refrigerator if stored properly in an airtight container. 

You can also freeze leftover salmon. Just place the fillets in freezer bags and keep them in the freezer until needed. Make sure you label the bags so you know how long the fillets have been frozen. Properly frozen salmon pieces should last in the freezer for up to 3 months.

To reheat frozen pieces of salmon, simply place the fillets in the microwave for 2-3 minutes per side.

Salmon is a stellar choice for a healthy diet.

Salmon Calories:

I-4 oz. serving of plain baked salmon has only 157 calories.

Read this article to go further in depth on the nutrition of salmon. According to Healthline Salmon is one of the healthiest foods on the planet!

Salmon Health Benefits Summary:

• Salmon is rich in long-chain omega-3 fatty acids which are heart healthy.
• Protein in Salmon is high quality. One 3.5 oz. serving provides 22–25 grams of protein
• Salmon is high in B vitamins
• Salmon is also high in many other nutrients you body needs such as selenium. This is a powerfully nutritious meat.
• Salmon is very low in saturated fat and cholesterol.
• Salmon is also low in sodium.
• Omega-3 Fatty Acides help to reduce inflammation

Baked Salmon Recipe:

Tips for this Recipe:

1. Use a good quality fresh fish for your recipe. There are some poor sources out there nowadays. Make sure your fish is raised in a properly regulated USA fish farm facility or wild caught.
2. For the most even baking Cut your fresh Salmon into portions of four equally sized fillets.
3. Seasoning the fillets evenly all over along with the marinade helps drive more flavor into the meat.
4. Refrigerate the marinating salmon fillets at least 2 hours. You can let the fillets sit in the marinade all day while your away. Or even overnight.
5. Wrap each fillet in aluminum foil to create a foil packet for best results.

Ingredients for brown sugar salmon marinade:

• 1-1.5 lb Salmon fillet
• salt and pepper
• lemon pepper
• garlic powder
• brown sugar
• olive oil
• lemon slices
• parsley for garnish

How Long to Cook Salmon in Oven

This recipe for fresh salmon steaks baked in aluminum foil packets calls for an oven time of 15 -20 minutes. The best salmon recipes are properly cooked.

If you prefer to use frozen salmon, then thaw them first before cooking.

Grilling Salmon Steak Tips:

Salmon fillets can be grilled. Place the pieces on a hot grill pan and cook until the desired doneness is reached.

Cooking times will vary depending on how thick your salmon steak is.

To make sure that your salmon steak is well done, it should be opaque throughout.

The color of your salmon steak should be golden brown. If you have any concerns about overcooking your salmon steak, just take it off the heat and allow it to rest for 10 minutes.

After resting, slice your salmon steak and serve immediately.

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