Serves 4 / Prep time: 15 minutes / Cook time: 12 minutes
Salmon has such a satisfying firm texture and strong flavor that it can handle the garlic and cheese in this dish. Salmon is one of the healthiest fish choices, with loads of nutrients such as vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids. Wild salmon caught in the Pacific off the US and Canadian coasts have a very high level of these diseasebusting anti-inflammatory nutrients and antioxidants.
½ cup Asiago cheese
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
4 (5-ounce) salmon fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, stir together the Asiago cheese, lemon juice, butter, garlic, basil, and oregano.
3. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and place the fillets on the baking sheet skin-side down. Divide the topping evenly between the fillets and spread it across the fish using a knife or the back of a spoon.
4. Drizzle the fish with the olive oil and bake until the topping is golden and the fish is just cooked through, about 12 minutes.
5. Serve.
PER SERVING
Calories: 357; Fat: 28g; Protein: 24g; Carbs: 2g; Fiber: 0g;
Net Carbs: 2g; Fat 70%/ Protein 28%/ Carbs 2%