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Plated salmon with mayo and Parmesan crust served with vegetables and rice

Salmon with Mayo Baked – Moist, Flavorful, and Foolproof Every Time

This salmon with mayo baked recipe is a simple yet delicious way to prepare juicy, flaky salmon with a golden Parmesan crust. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, and comes together in just 5 steps.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

4 salmon fillets (about 150g / 5 oz each), skin-on or off

⅓ cup mayonnaise (classic, garlic, or avocado oil mayo)

¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

1 lemon, thinly sliced

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional garnish: chopped parsley or chives

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Spread a thin, even layer of mayonnaise over the top of each fillet.
  4. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and top each with 1–2 lemon slices.
  5. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork (internal temp: 130–135°F).
  6. Let rest for 2–3 minutes before serving. Garnish with herbs if desired.
  • Author: Noureddine
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Oven-Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free