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Slow-Baked Salmon with Lemon and Thyme
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 4 6- to 8-oz. boneless salmon fillets, skin on
- 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 lemon wedges (for serving)
Steps
- Preheat oven to 275°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Brush with ½ Tbsp. oil. Place salmon fillets, skin side down, on prepared baking sheet. Mix remaining oil, thyme, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Spread thyme mixture over salmon fillets, dividing equally. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Bake salmon until just opaque in center, 15-18 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.