The Best Baked Salmon with Mayo Parmesan – Easy!
The Best Baked Salmon with Mayo and Parmesan is an easy recipe your whole family will enjoy! Creamy mayonnaise with fresh garlic, lemon, dijon mustard, and grated parmesan are blended into a luscious, flavorful topping. The salmon is moist, delicious, and perfect for any special gathering or weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 15 Minutes
- Total Time: 25 Minutes
- Yield: 2 Servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean Diet
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 4 oz salmon fillets -2 filets
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, diced
- 1 medium lemon
- 1/8 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the mayo, garlic, and half of the lemon juice. Stir to combine.
- Place the salmon fillets onto a parchment-lined baking dish. Coat each fillet with the mayo sauce, then top with grated parmesan cheese. Top with thin lemon slices.
- Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, until the cheese lightly browns and the fish flakes easily. The fish is medium well when tested with a meat thermometer at 120-125 degrees. It will continue to cook when removed from the oven. Sprinkle with parsley and enjoy.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat in the oven at 325 until warm.