Herb Roasted Salmon with Thyme and Lemon

Ingredients

Salmon fillets

4 (6 oz each)

Olive oil

3 tablespoons

Fresh thyme

2 tablespoons, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

Lemon

1, sliced into rounds

Salt

1 teaspoon, or to taste

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up.
3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a nice sear.
4. Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well-coated.
5. Season each fillet generously with salt and black pepper, adjusting to your taste.
6. Sprinkle the chopped thyme evenly over the salmon, allowing the herbs to infuse into the fish.
7. Place the lemon slices on top of each fillet, which will roast beautifully and add a delightful zest.
8. Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
9. Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
10. Garnish with additional fresh thyme before serving.