4 Ingredient Easy Salmon

This baked easy salmon recipe is one of the easiest ways to serve a healthy dinner with only four ingredients, yet it tastes like something made for special occasions. Juicy, flavorful, and packed with heart-healthy fatty acids, this is a go-to meal for easy weeknight dinners or a nourishing Sunday dinner.

If you’ve ever stood at the fish counter feeling intimidated by the many types of salmon—sockeye, chum salmon, pink salmon, king salmon—you’re not alone. But don’t worry, this easy recipe works beautifully with just about any kind of salmon, whether you’re using thicker cuts of wild salmon or thinner slices of pink salmon.

This dish is so simple, it practically makes itself. And bonus: your kids may even like it thanks to the nutritional yeast which gives it a cheesy, savory topping!

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A year ago, I would have called you crazy if you told me that I was going to become a fish eater. I hated fish.

What was the turning point? I am an avid listener to the Trim Healthy Mama podcast, and on episode 159, they entirely focused on fish (ep. 159). I almost didn't listen, but there has been more than one occasion when THM has challenged me to change the framework of my opinions, so I buckled in and prepared to hear about that slimy food that I really hated.

Guess what they did? They had the audacity to challenge us to eat DOUBLE the number of fish we were eating. I use the word audacity because I'm sure they knew that for this type of stuff, I couldn't pass up the challenge. Wink Wink.

I went and got frozen fish. I'm sure you can tell by my face below that I was thrilled to be having fish for dinner (secret: I was so not).

Guess what? I loved it! I have no idea which recipe I tried that night, but I was hooked. Why had I never given fish a chance? Who knows, but I was on board trying to up my intake of this delicious protein source.

Ingredients

Salmon Filets
Braggs liquid aminos
Butter
Nutritional yeast
2 tablespoons Real Salt® Organic Lemon Pepper

Instructions

Let's get down to business and make this easy salmon recipe.

On a completely unrelated note, when you read that previous sentence did anyone else start singing, let's get down to business to defeat the Huns! Just me? Alright, I'm a secret Mulan Disney fan!

Now that side tangent is done, let's truly get down to business (hehe I did it again). There are many complicated salmon recipes out there that have lots of mixing of ingredients, basting, and way too much prep-work. If I am going to make fish in my busy home, I needed an easy salmon recipe that is going to consist of ingredients I typically already have, AND that my children will enjoy.

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Variations

• Make a garlic butter salmon by mixing in melted butter and minced garlic into the topping.
• For a sweet-savory twist, try a honey garlic salmon recipe—just add a teaspoon of honey into the mix.
• Add herbs like dill or parsley to elevate the flavor.
• Serve it on a baking dish with thin-sliced lemons underneath for an aromatic finish.
• Swap Bragg’s Liquid Aminos with low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option.
• Try grated Romano cheese or parmesan cheese on the top!
• Don’t have nutritional yeast? Add an extra tablespoon of cheese or a drizzle of melted butter and a sprinkle of garlic powder.

Equiptment

• Baking sheet or sheet pan
• Small bowl for mixing
• Whisk or cooking brush
• Instant-read thermometer or meat thermometer

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Pairings

Need some easy Trim Healthy Mama side dishes to go with your easy salmon? Here are a few to consider.

• Dreamfield lemon pasta
• Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
• Healthy Mac & Cheese
• Roasted Asparagus
• Cheesy Mash Cauliflower
• Delectable Daring Radishes

FAQ

Is Salmon Healthy?

Absolutely! Salmon is a super healthy protein choice and can really revolutionize your health.

• Fish can help you bust through weight stalls.
• Salmon has anti-inflammatory properties.
• Salmon has a TON of vitamin D.
• It can help battle auto-immune issues.
• Boosts collagen production.
• It is healthy for your heart and cardiovascular system.
• It treats depression!
• It can even help you sleep better!
• Helps to lower blood pressure.

If you would like to learn more about the benefits of fish, make sure to check out the Trim Healthy Mama podcast Episode 159.

What are the types of salmon?

Did you know that there are multiple types of salmon?! I mean, it sort of makes sense because I always see so many names on salmon packages, but I didn't realize the entire difference until I started doing some research.

1. Chinook - high in fat and expensive!
2. Coho - Silver and milder in taste.
3. Sockeye - red and lower in fat than other types.
4. Pink - small and pale (often in canned varieties)
5. Chum Salmon - most popular for its eggs (yuck!)
6. Atlantic Salmon - small and endangered population.

What is the healthiest type of salmon?

Generally speaking, it appears that wild-caught salmon is considered the healthiest option. However, according to the Journal of Scientific Reports, any type of salmon is still going to be considered 'healthy' because wild and farmed salmon are going to have more healthy unsaturated fats compared to other sources of protein like chicken and steak.

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