Oven-Roasted Mediterranean Salmon with Lemon and Capers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

Tender oven-roasted salmon fillets accented by a bright lemon-caper sauce and fresh herbs for a simple Mediterranean meal. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 24 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (5 oz each) salmon fillets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp, drained capers
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 thin slices lemon slices

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly over the fillets.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp drained capers.
3. Step 3: Spoon the lemon-caper mixture evenly over each salmon fillet, then top each with a thin lemon slice.
4. Step 4: Roast salmon in the oven for 12-14 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving alongside your favorite vegetables or grains.