Name: Oven-Baked Salmon With Zucchini
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets (150–180 g each); 3 medium zucchini; Juice of 1 lemon; Zest of 1/2 lemon (optional); 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 garlic clove (optional); Salt and black pepper, to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets (150–180 g each)
3 medium zucchini
Juice of 1 lemon
Zest of 1/2 lemon (optional)
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Method

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Wash the zucchini and slice them into thin rounds.
Place the zucchini on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and season with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
Place the salmon fillets on top of the zucchini.
Season the salmon with lemon juice, lemon zest (if using), a drizzle of olive oil, and black pepper.
Add a smashed garlic clove for extra aroma, if using, and note you can remove it after baking.
Bake in a preheated fan/convection oven at 180°C (350°F) for 18–20 minutes, until the salmon is tender and flakes easily.

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Worth knowing

Use lemon zest for brighter flavor if desired.
Remove the smashed garlic clove after baking if you prefer a milder garlic note.
Serve immediately with a side salad or plain rice.

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