Quick Answer: How Long To Bake Salmon At 350?
Salmon filets can be easily and quickly baked at 350 in a number of ways. Here we will share with you how to prepare salmon to be baked in the oven, both with and without foil, grilled, as well as cooked in an air fryer. Read on to learn about this healthy protein you can have on the table in 30 minutes or less.
Doctors and nutritionists encourage us to eat more fish. Salmon is an excellent choice for its delicious taste, and ease in preparation and cooking. Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins as well as potassium.
Omega-3 fatty acids play a very important role in keeping our heart and lungs healthy. They also help to keep our blood vessels and our immune system working the way they should.
So, what’s holding you back? Read on to learn just how easy it is to make salmon a regular part of your family meal plans.
With oil, lemon, and your favorite herbs, you can have a salmon filet ready to go into the oven, and ready to eat in minutes. You can fancy it up or keep it super simple – the choice is yours.
How Long To Bake Salmon At 350 In The Oven Uncovered?
Did you stop by the grocery store on the way home and pick up salmon filets after reading an article on how good salmon is for us? Then when you got home, did you start worrying about how you didn’t know anything about cooking salmon?
Relax, it couldn’t be easier. Follow this very simple recipe and you’ll be on your way to rave reviews.
With very few ingredients and minimal tools you can prepare salmon filets baked to perfection in the oven faster than you think.
Folding in the outer edges of the salmon filets before you bake them, means that the thin edges will not be overdone and hard. Take a moment to quickly tuck in the edges, and your filets will have a more even bake.
If you don’t have olive oil to put on the salmon, you may substitute another type of oil such as sunflower or canola oil.
If you opt to use a sauce, feel free to use whatever you wish. It really is a matter of taste. Are you a garlic fan? Garlic and lemon are a great combination. If you want something a little sweeter, try honey mustard. Look at the premade sauces in your grocery store for a quick, tasty option.
How Long To Bake Salmon At 350 In The Oven Covered?
If you’re really pressed for time and every minute counts, you might want to take the option of covering your salmon with aluminum foil. This will reduce the baking time by 5-7 minutes.
In order to get a lovely, crispy skin on your salmon, you will want to remove the foil during the last few minutes of baking. Not only will you get that lovely crisp on the skin, but it will also have an inviting color.
Other than putting foil over your pan, everything else is as easy as baking the salmon covered.
You’ll still use your choice of herbs and seasonings, and the salmon will bake up very juicy and tender.
Do not be concerned if you do not own a meat thermometer. While this is a very handy tool, you can still test your fish for doneness by using a fork to see if the salmon is flaky.
Salmon is delicious simply with salt, pepper and lemon, but you can add other seasonings and herbs as well if you want more flavor. For example, garlic salt, onion powder, and basil can all be used to produce a different taste sensation. Consider what else you will be serving with the salmon to achieve a meal with flavors that complement each other.
How Long To Bake Salmon At 350 On The Grill?
Salmon, grilled to perfection, is a quintessential summer delicacy enjoyed by tourists on the coasts of North America. But don’t let your lack of seafood chef credentials stop you. Gather up family and friends, fire up the grill and tuck into grilled salmon in your own backyard.
Nothing says summer like a barbeque, and grilled salmon is a treat for your taste buds.
A marinade will ensure your grilled salmon is juicy and flavorful. Marinating will also lessen the grilling time. Plan to marinate the salmon for 1-2 hours. You can also marinate it at room temperature for about 20 minutes while you do your prep.
Figure on 10-12 minutes on the grill for each inch of thickness.
There are a number of options for marinades. One of the simplest for grilled salmon has just two ingredients, soy sauce and minced garlic. Another popular choice is a mixture of Dijon mustard, herbs de Provence, red wine vinegar, olive oil and garlic. Try different ones and see which is your family’s favorite.
Flipping salmon on the grill can be tricky without losing some of the salmon to the grill and between the grates. Be sure to wait until the salmon has developed a crispy coating and then flip it carefully. The crisp coating tells you that the salmon won’t fall apart and won’t stick to the grill.
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How Long To Bake Salmon At 350 In An Air Fryer?
Short on time? Do you have to get dinner on the table pronto so you can drive kids to activities? The air fryer is your friend. Cook up a nutritious dinner of beautiful, delicious salmon in just 15 minutes.
This is a recipe for skin-on salmon filets. Many fish recipes for air fryers call for breaded fish, but let’s go healthy. Afterall, you have an active family and salmon provides a super source of protein, and don’t forget those omega-3 fatty acids!
We keep the ingredients to a minimum, but still deliver on taste. Salmon has such a beautiful, rich flavor that it doesn’t require a lot of ingredients to make it really tasty.
Line the air fryer basket with foil, sprayed with oil to avoid a sticky mess, preheat your air fryer to 350, and you’re just minutes away from a great meal you can be proud of.
The time stated to air fry the salmon is based on 6-ounce filets. If you have larger filets, you will need to adjust the time by a couple of minutes.
Do not cook more than two filets at a time in the air fryer otherwise they will stick together and will not cook properly. If you have more than two salmon filets, cook them in batches.
Don’t forget to spray the tray or foil-lined basket. You will have a sticky mess on your hands otherwise.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are The Best Sides To Serve With Salmon Filets?
There are many, many great options that work well with salmon. Couscous, rice or potatoes, either roasted or mashed, are good choices.
Broccoli is a family favorite and is quick to steam, but asparagus, or sweet potatoes are also tasty side options.
A crisp tossed salad pairs very well with silky salmon.
Can Salmon Filets Be Cooked From Frozen?
Yes, salmon can be both baked in the oven and done in the air fryer from frozen. Be sure to allow for additional time when you are cooking frozen filets.
What Are The Most Widely Used Types Of Salmon For Baking And Grilling?
There are many different types of salmon, but King and Sockeye are popular.
Atlantic and Pacific Salmon are also favorites. Which you prefer will come down to personal taste. Atlantic Salmon is milder in flavor than Pacific.
How Long To Bake Salmon At 350 In The Oven Uncovered?
Salmon filets are prepared with oil, lemon and seasonings or sauce, placed on a baking sheet or in a pan, and baked in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
Materials
- Salmon filets
- Olive oil or vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper
- Other seasonings of your choice
- Herbs of your choice
- Sauce such as honey garlic or BBQ if desired
- Lemon
Tools
- Baking sheet or pan
- Meat thermometer or fork to test doneness
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Spray a baking sheet or pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place the salmon on the baking sheet or pan.
- Fold in the thin outer edges.
- Rub the salmon with oil and seasonings.
- Add herbs if using.
- Squeeze the juice of a lemon onto the salmon.
- Put the salmon in the oven.
- If using a sauce, wait until 5 minutes into baking to add.
- Remove the salmon from the oven when the thermometer reads 135.
- Let the salmon rest for 5 minutes before serving.
How Long To Bake Salmon At 350 In The Oven Covered?
Salmon filets are rubbed with oil and seasoned, then placed on a baking sheet or pan. The salmon is covered with foil and baked in the oven at 350 F. The foil is removed in the last few minutes of baking to crisp up the skin. The salmon bakes in about 15 minutes.
Materials
- Salmon filets
- Olive or vegetable oil
- Seasonings and herbs
- Juice of a lemon
- Sauce if desired
Tools
- Baking sheet or pan
- Aluminum foil
- Meat thermometer or fork to test for doneness
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Spray the baking sheet or pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place the salmon filet on the baking sheet or pan.
- Fold under the thin outer edges.
- Rub oil on the salmon.
- Sprinkle the salmon with salt and pepper and any additional seasonings you wish to use.
- Add herbs, if using, to the salmon.
- Squeeze the juice of a lemon onto the salmon filets.
- Cover the baking sheet or pan with foil.
- Place the salmon in the oven.
- If you are adding a sauce, allow the salmon to bake for 5 minutes before doing so.
- A few minutes before the salmon is done, remove the foil.
- Bake for a few more minutes or until the salmon is done.
- The salmon is done when a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the filet reads 135 or the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven.
How Long To Bake Salmon At 350 On The Grill?
Salmon is marinated, brushed with oil, then placed on a hot, oiled grill to sear. The grill temperature is then reduced to 350 to finish grilling the salmon. The salmon will be done when a meat thermometer reads 135.
Materials
- Salmon
- Marinade
- Olive oil or grapeseed oil
- Salt and pepper
Tools
- Pan to marinade salmon in
- Tongs to flip salmon
Instructions
- Place salmon in a bowl with marinade and leave for 1-2 hours in the refrigerator, or for 20 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat the grill to high heat, 400-450.
- Oil the grill using a paper towel dipped in oil.
- Remove the salmon from the marinade and brush both sides with olive oil.
- Place the salmon, skin-side up, onto the hot grill.
- Grill the salmon skin-side up for 1 minute.
- Carefully turn the salmon and grill the second side for another minute.
- Turn down the grill heat to 350.
- Continue to grill the salmon for another 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through.
- The salmon will be done when a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the salmon reads 135.
Through this blog I hope to help others learn the basics and more intricate details of cooking. I know from personal experience how frustrating it can be to cook a meal, only to realize you are missing one ingredient from your list. This is why I love to write articles chatting readers through some great substitutes that can be used in an emergency.
I hope you will find this blog useful, and that it will help you to develop your culinary skills, to help you cook up a storm!
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