Oven-Baked Salmon with Pico de Gallo

Name: Oven-Baked Salmon with Pico de Gallo
Total time: 900 s
Yield: 4 people
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb wild-caught salmon (skin on or off, your preference); 1 cup fresh pico de gallo (mild, or your heat preference)

Jillian Dudek @jilliandudek

I love this recipe because it’s effortless, nutritious, and packed with flavor. It's perfect for busy or lazy days.

Jillian Dudek @jilliandudek

I love this recipe because it’s effortless, nutritious, and packed with flavor. It's perfect for busy or lazy days.

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Ingredients

12-15 minutes

4 people

1 lbwild-caught salmon (skin on or off, your preference)
1 cupfresh pico de gallo (mild, or your heat preference)

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Steps

12-15 minutes

1

Preheat oven to 400°F
2

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or lightly grease with olive oil.
3

Place the salmon fillet(s) skin-side down on the sheet.
4

Top generously with pico de gallo. Spoon it evenly over the top.
5

Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork (internal temp should be 125–130°F for medium).
6

Rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
7

Serving Suggestions:
Sautéed spinach (garlic and olive oil - as pictured)
Jasmine rice

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Jillian Dudek @jilliandudek

on August 14, 2025 01:21

I love cooking tasty meals—whether it’s breakfast, lunch, dinner, or just a snack. Balancing motherhood and life can limit time, so I focus on dishes that are simple, satisfying, and quick to make. My go-to kitchen staples are the air fryer for speedy dinners and the crockpot for those set-it-and-forget-it days. I aim to pack protein into meals to keep them filling while still focusing on quality. Baking isn’t my strong suit, but I’m always open to trying a new recipe. I hope you find something here that makes your day a little easier—and tastier. I'm also excited to discover recipes from others and connect with fellow cooking enthusiasts. For more recipes, swing by writingwithlifeinmind.com