SALMON WITH LEMON AND BASIL

Salmon with Lemon and Basil image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced crosswise
1 large shallot, thinly sliced crosswise (about 1/4 cup)
Grated zest of 1 lemon (2 to 3 teaspoons)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Steps:

Lightly season salmon with salt and pepper; arrange in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish, about 1 inch apart.
In a small bowl, stir together basil, shallot, lemon zest and juice, oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper. Dividing evenly, spread mixture over the salmon fillets. Cover with foil; place in the refrigerator, and let marinate 20 minutes.
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Bake (still covered) until salmon is opaque throughout, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.