Salmon Fillet with Citrus and Thyme

Ingredients

• 12 sprigs thyme leaves fresh
• 8 servings kosher salt and pepper 
• 1  optional: lemon thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 1  cranberry-orange relish thinly sliced
• 3 pound salmon fillet skinless

Equipment

• baking sheet
• oven
• spatula

Directions

1. Heat oven to 375 F.
2. Place the salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with the oil, and season with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Scatter the orange, lemon, and thyme around the salmon. Roast until the salmon is opaque throughout, 20 to 25 minutes. Using 2 large spatulas, carefully transfer the salmon to a platter and scatter the orange, lemon, and thyme on top of it. Make-Ahead Tip: Slice the oranges and lemons. Refrigerate in a resealable container or bag for up to 1 day.