Lemon Ginger Salmon

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• 2 green onions
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh gingerroot, minced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Directions

1. 1

   Chop green onions. Reserve green tops for garnish.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine white part of onions, ginger root, garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar and sesame oil.

3. 3

   Place salmon fillets in a single layer in a shallow baking dish. Pour marinade over; let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes or in the fridge for 1 hour.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 425°F.

5. 5

   Bake, uncovered, for 13-15 minutes or until salmon turns opaque.

6. 6

   Garnish with reserved green onions. Sesame seeds also make a nice garnish.

7. 7

   Salmon could be grilled or microwaved instead of baking in the oven.