Description
Enjoy the tantalizing flavor of small baked salmon bites, a perfect addition to your summer gatherings or quick weeknight meals. These tender morsels are infused with zesty lemon and fresh dill, creating a delightful burst of taste that will impress your family and friends. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, these bites are sure to brighten any occasion. Serve with vibrant cherry tomatoes and parsley for an irresistible dish that captures the essence of summer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp fresh dill weed
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (for serving)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the salmon fillet into bite-sized pieces (about 2 inches).
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, dill weed, garlic powder, and olive oil. Toss salmon pieces until evenly coated.
- Place the seasoned bites on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 12-15 minutes until flaky.
- While baking, halve cherry tomatoes and chop parsley for garnishing.
- Serve warm with cherry tomatoes on the side and sprinkle with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 62mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 62mg
Keywords: - For varied flavors, substitute salmon with trout or shrimp. - Add lemon zest for extra zing or cayenne pepper for heat. - Ensure even-sized pieces for uniform cooking.