Description
Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter is a delectable dish that brings the flavors of gourmet dining right into your home kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets generously drizzled with a rich garlic butter sauce, accented by a splash of fresh lemon juice. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up a meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at special gatherings. The buttery garlic flavor melds beautifully with the natural sweetness of the salmon, making it a dish everyone will love. Pair it with seasonal vegetables or a light salad to create a balanced and nutritious dinner that delights both the eyes and taste buds.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley or dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the dish and season with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Stir in lemon juice and herbs, then pour the mixture over the salmon.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 209mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 109mg
Keywords: - For additional flavor, marinate the salmon in the garlic butter mixture for 30 minutes before baking. - Serve alongside roasted asparagus or quinoa salad for a colorful plate.