This is the BEST Roasted Salmon Caesar. And the 6 ingredient recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes. Fresh salmon is topped with a creamy Caesar sauce and roasted to perfection. You'll make this easy salmon recipe over and over again.
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Why you'll love this salmon Caesar recipe
It's the end of the day. I've cooked and cooked a week's worth of meals for my personal chef clients. I'm starving.
A dinner of cheese and wine just won't cut it tonight. Thank goodness for easy awesome recipes like this Roasted Salmon Caesar.
Even when I'm exhausted, I can make this super moist and buttery salmon topped with a garlicky, cheesy and creamy Caesar dressing inspired sauce. Dinner is on the table in no time at all. And it will be absolutely delicious!
Ingredients & substitutions
- Salmon ~ Try other sturdy fish like halibut, swordfish or mahi mahi in this recipe.
- Mayonnaise
- Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley
- Worcestershire sauce
- Lemon juice
How to make this easy salmon recipe
You all know I love sharing easy and flavorful restaurant quality recipes. They are the same ones I make for my personal chef clients. And this roasted salmon recipe is one I make on repeat for them and my own family too.
The less than 30 minute recipe has just a few steps.
- Preheat your oven. Place the salmon on a foil lined baking sheet. Clean up should be a breeze too.
2. Combine the creamy, cheesy sauce ingredients ~ some mayo, nutty Parmesan cheese, parsley, umami rich Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice. These few ingredients make for a garlicky, smoky, salty and lemony sauce.
3. Slather the sauce over the salmon. I like to have it drizzle down the side of the fish too. Sprinkle a little bit more Parmesan cheese over the top.
4. Roast the salmon until your preferred doneness. For me, it's about 10 to 12 minutes for medium rare to medium. For a lightly browned crust, I broil the fish for the last minute.
It's that easy! The salmon Caesar is ready to serve.
Amy's top tips
- Buy the freshest salmon available. Get to know your fish monger, and they can pick the best fish for you. Firm, vibrant, and a neutral smell are keys to fresh salmon.
- For easy cleanup, line the baking sheet with foil.
- Use a digital thermometer to cook the salmon to perfection. For medium rare to medium, cook to 125 to 135 degrees F. For more well done salmon, cook to 145 degrees F.
What to serve with roasted salmon
This scrumptious salmon is flavor packed. It only needs some simple sides to make a complete meal.
Serve the rich and buttery salmon atop mixed greens with a few croutons and shards of Parmesan cheese.
Also try the fish with steamed broccoli, asparagus or green beans. Jasmine rice, herb roasted potatoes or my favorite grown up buttered noodles are also delicious sides.
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Thanks ~ Amy
Recipe
Roasted Salmon Caesar
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 salmon filets 6 ounces each
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more sprinkling
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Place the salmon in the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, parsley, Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
- Spread the sauce evenly on top of each piece of salmon. Sprinkle the salmon with a little bit more Parmesan cheese.
- For medium rare to medium salmon roast for 10 to 12 minutes or until it has an internal temperature of 125 to 135 degrees F on a digital thermometer. For well done salmon, roast for 14 to 16 minutes or an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
- For a lightly browned crust, place the fish under the broiler for the last minute of roasting time.
- Remove the salmon from the oven and serve.
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Notes
- Buy the freshest salmon available. Get to know the fish monger and they can pick the best fish for you. Firm, vibrant, and and a neutral smell are keys to fresh salmon.
- For easy clean up, line the baking sheet with foil.
- Use a digital thermometer to cook the salmon to perfection. For medium rare to medium, cook to 125 to 135 degrees F. For more well done salmon, cook to 145 degrees F.
Nutrition
carole elf says
I'm still trying to get used to salmon. I like white fish but salmon is a different topic. This one looks very good. All my friends just use salt and pepper and I guess I need those crutches. Keep coming with all those crutches of yours. thanks so much
Amy Casey says
Thanks Carole! Let me know how this salmon recipe turns out for you. I'll be sharing a new super easy salmon recipe in the next few weeks. Be sure to check back for it.
Leigh says
I'm always looking for new salmon recipes. This looks to be a keeper! Although when I make it I am going to add some garlic powder to the sauce 🙂
Amy Casey says
I hope you enjoy me recipe Leigh. Salmon is such a versatile fish and great in so many preparations. This one is a favorite.
Debbie says
This was absolutely delicious. I followed the recipe exactly. The sauce was easy to whip up and could definitely be made in advance. A nice surprise at the end was that the skin stuck to the foil when baking, so when I carefully removed each piece, the fish was on the spatula while the skin conveniently stayed on the foil! This one is a keeper.
Amy Casey says
I love to hear that Debbie! The foil trick is one of my favorites. Thanks so much for you comment 🙂
Amy Casey says
Mine too! Let me know how the recipe turns our for you.
Jamie says
Oh my, this Salmon recipe looks amazingly delicious and very yummy! Everything looks perfect, the texture and color are really great making this so enticing and tempting!
Amy Casey says
Thanks Jamie! This salmon recipe is easy to make and so flavorful.
Ann says
I love salmon, but I don't think I have ever prepared it this way before. Sounds delicious! Thanks for the recipe share!
Amy Casey says
You're so welcome Ann. I'm always looking for new salmon recipes for my clients and this one is a favorite.