Description
Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter is a delightful dish that beautifully marries indulgence and health. This recipe showcases succulent salmon fillets, oven-baked to perfection, and generously topped with a rich garlic butter sauce. The result? A moist, flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can elevate your dinner game and impress your family and friends. Dive into this easy-to-follow recipe and experience the magic of garlic butter salmon tonight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about one minute. Stir in lemon juice.
- Place the salmon fillets skin side down in a baking dish; pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over each fillet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Let rest for five minutes before serving; garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like dill or thyme.
- Pair with steamed vegetables, quinoa salad, or garlic mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg