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Simple baked salmon

Simple baked salmon

This dish supports brain and gut health by providing omega-3s that nourish the brain and influence gut microbiota, with added benefits for immunity and metabolism.

Functional Pathway Link:
Salmon’s omega-3s and lemon’s polyphenols help modulate the gut-brain connection, supporting mood and cognitive health through microbiome and inflammation pathways.

Allergen Information: Fish (salmon), citrus (lemon).

Notes:Ideal as a main dish accompanying potatoes and broccoli for a balanced meal. (You can prepare all these in an oven on one pan!)

Functional Group
Food Type
Allergens
Gut-Brain Axis
Animal-Based
Fish, Citrus

Ingredients

  • 100g Salmon fillet

  • ¼ lemon juiced and sliced

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Procedure

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
  2. Place the salmon fillet on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  3. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over both sides of the salmon fillet.
  4. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  5. Place thin lemon slices under and on top of the salmon.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily.
Serving Size (and serving per package)
Calories (kilocalories
/kilojoules)
Total Fat
1 serving (~100g)
~200 kcal
~13 g
Protein
Total Carbohydrates
Dietary Fibre
~20 g
0 g
0 g