Baked Salmon with Orange

Baked Salmon with Orange

Baked salmon with orange is a twenty-five-minute weeknight dinner that pairs citrus acidity with rich fish. Brush the fillets with Firrisa, top with orange slices, and bake at 400°F until the salmon flakes. The oil's citrus backdrop turns the orange into an extension of itself rather than a garnish.

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons Firrisa
  • 1 orange, thinly sliced
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme or dill
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel, then place them skin-side down on the baking sheet.
  3. Brush each fillet generously with Firrisa, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Lay orange slices over the top of each fillet, overlapping slightly, and tuck the herb sprigs alongside.
  5. Bake 15 to 18 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the salmon flakes easily when pressed with a fork and reaches about 125 to 130°F in the center for a moist finish.
  6. Transfer to plates and finish with a final drizzle of Firrisa before serving.

Nutrition

Serving size 1 fillet
Calories 488
Total fat 36g
Saturated fat 7g
Cholesterol 94mg
Sodium 294mg
Carbohydrates 4g
Dietary fiber 1g
Sugars 3g
Protein 34g

Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and may vary based on the specific products used. It is not intended as medical or dietary advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of salmon fillets work best?

Center-cut fillets of similar thickness cook most evenly.

What do I do with leftover salmon?

It's excellent flaked over the Citrus, Fennel and Celery Salad.

Is there a way to keep the salmon extra moist?

A foil packet keeps things extra moist if you prefer.

What You'll Need

A bottle of Tenuta Cavasecca FIRRISA extra virgin olive oil, featuring a black bottle and label with gold lettering and a colorful floral design, set against a light gray background.
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