If using frozen salmon place 2 packages of the salmon in its plastic wrapped package in a dish in the sink. Run cold water over it and it will thaw in about 15 minutes. Remove from plastic before cooking.
Place thawed or fresh salmon on a shallow baking pan. I like to cover the pan with foil before using so there's no pan to clean up afterwards.
Squeeze about 1/2 of a fresh lemon on each piece of salmon. You can use reconstituted lemon juice if that is what you have on hand.
Grind fresh black pepper generously on top.
Place pan in a preheated 350° oven on the middle rack. Cook for about 12 minutes until fish flakes easily. Do not overcook. If you are using fresh salmon and the pieces are thick, it might take 15 minutes. Remove from oven when done and serve with your favorite side. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional analysis is an estimate and can vary according to ingredients used.
You can use any variety of salmon. This recipe also works well with other fish such as snapper or haddock. The baked salmon is delicious on your favorite salad!