Baked Salmon with Mayonnaise and Parmesan Cheese Recipe
This delicious baked salmon recipe features skin-on fillets topped with a creamy mixture of mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, and lemon zest. Enhanced with simple seasoning and baked to perfection at a high temperature, this dish is a flavorful and easy way to prepare salmon for a quick, healthy dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Salmon
- 2 lbs skin-on salmon fillets
Topping
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Other
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare a baking pan by lightly greasing it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the salmon from sticking during baking.
- Prepare the salmon and mayo mixture: Pat the salmon fillets dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure a good sear and to help the topping adhere well. In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and mayonnaise, stirring them together until evenly mixed.
- Arrange salmon on baking pan: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the greased baking pan, positioning them so they are spaced evenly for even heat distribution.
- Apply the mayo mixture and cheese: Spread the prepared mayonnaise mixture evenly over the salmon fillets, ensuring every piece is well coated. Then sprinkle the freshly grated parmesan cheese generously over the top of the mayo layer for a flavorful crust.
- Bake the salmon: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake the salmon fillets for approximately 8 minutes, until the fish is cooked through, flaky, and the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Ensure salmon fillets are dry before applying toppings to help the mixture adhere better.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
- If parmesan is not available, you may substitute with another hard cheese like pecorino romano.
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Use skin-on salmon to help keep the fish moist during baking.
