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baked salmon with tomatoes and basil mayo over rice in a white bowl
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Tomato Basil Baked Salmon

Simple baked salmon recipe with a delicious homemade basil mayo sauce
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword salmon
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Author Jenny

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon filets
  • 2 T olive oil
  • 4 tsp minced garlic
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 large tomatoes sliced or diced

Basil Mayo

  • 6-8 large basil leaves chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425, and cover a baking sheet with a silpat or parchment paper.
  • Rub salmon lightly with olive oil and place on baking sheet.
  • Spread 1/2-1 tsp of minced garlic over each filet.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper as desired.
  • Top with diced or sliced tomatoes and bake for 8-12 minutes depending on desired doneness.
  • While salmon is baking combine ingredients for basil mayo and let sit in fridge.
  • Top cooked salmon with basil mayo and serve over rice. Enjoy!