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Step 1
Heat the oven to 175°C.
Fish
Oven-baked salmon fillet with lemon
A simple salmon dish where lemon zest, black pepper and a little oil bring out the fish’s natural flavour. Equally suitable for a weekday meal or a larger dinner.
YOU WILL NEED
Ingredients
- About 1¼ kg fresh skinless salmon fillet
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp finely grated lemon zest
FROM THE KITCHEN TO THE PLATE
Method
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Step 2
Place the salmon in a greased oven dish. Drizzle with oil and season with salt, pepper and lemon zest.
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Step 3
Bake in the centre of the oven for about 25 minutes, or until the centre reaches 52–56°C.
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Step 4
Serve with a cold sauce, potatoes or a fresh salad.
A DELICIOUS FINISH
What should you serve with it?
Non-alcoholic
Elderflower and lemon water
Light elderflower and lemon provide a fresh contrast to the rich salmon.
ALCOHOL-FREE OPTION
Elderflower cordial topped up with sparkling water and lemon.
A delicious alternative that lets the food take centre stage.
These drink pairings are suggestions – choose what suits you and your guests.