Description
Butter Garlic Salmon is a delightful 20-minute dish that elevates fresh salmon with a rich garlic butter sauce, creating an unforgettable flavor experience perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse and pat dry the salmon fillets. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until bubbly but not browned. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and mix well.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle half of the garlic butter over them.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle any remaining butter mixture over the cooked salmon and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using garlic-infused butter or mixing in herbs like dill.
- Serve alongside steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg