Simple Baked Salmon

American · Autumn · 35 min · Serves 4 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

This baked salmon is a simple yet satisfying dish, perfect for an autumn dinner. The light broth and seasonal vegetables make it healthy and comforting.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets, about 6 oz each
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with dried thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Lay lemon slices over the salmon.
3. In a medium-sized bowl, toss the butternut squash and Brussels sprouts with the remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the vegetables around the salmon on the baking sheet.
5. Pour the chicken broth into a baking dish. Place the baking sheet with salmon and vegetables on top of the baking dish to allow the steam from the broth to cook them gently.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
7. Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving with a ladle of the warm broth.