Salmone al forno

Ingredienti

• 1 pound salmon filet
• 1 lemon (sliced in 1/4-inch rounds)
• 1 lemon (fresh juice )
• 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8-10 cherry tomatoes
• 1 red onion (sliced into rings)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 bay leaves
• Sea salt (to taste)
• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Preparazione

1. 1

   --- Making the lemon mixture ---

2. 2

   Slice one lemon into ¼-inch rounds. Squeeze the juice out of the other lemon in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Add olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice to a small mixing bowl.

4. 4

   Toss the grated garlic cloves, sea salt, and ground black pepper. Mix until well combined.

5. 5

   --- Baking the salmon ---

6. 6

   Preheat the oven to 355°F (180°C).

7. 7

   Scatter the cherry tomatoes and sliced red onion on the bottom of the parchment paper.

8. 8

   Arrange the salmon filets on top of the tomatoes and red onion slices.

9. 9

   Place the sprigs of fresh thyme and bay leaves atop the filets. Also, toss in the lemon slices.

10. 10

    Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice mixture over the salmon, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

11. 11

    Fold the parchment paper over the salmon, crimping the edges tightly to ensure the steam stays trapped while baking.

12. 12

    Place the baking sheet with the salmon packet in the preheated oven.

13. 13

    Bake for approximately 20 minutes.

14. 14

    Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.

15. 15

    Open the parchment paper packet carefully.

16. 16

    Transfer the salmon and the baked veggies to a serving plate and serve!