A beginner-friendly salmon recipe using lemon, garlic powder, olive oil, and simple pantry spices cooked to juicy perfection.

Scale

2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 lemon, juiced and zested

Salt to taste

Cracked black pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 400°F or set air fryer to 390°F.

Pat salmon fillets dry and rub lightly with olive oil.

Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice/zest.

Place on parchment-lined baking sheet or in air fryer basket.

Bake for 15–18 minutes or air fry for 10–12 minutes until flaky and golden.

Serve hot with vegetables, rice, or in a bowl.

Use parchment to prevent sticking.

Don’t overcook—salmon should flake easily with fork.

Keywords: simple salmon recipes, baked salmon, air fryer salmon, garlic lemon salmon