Description
Honey Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick and delectable dish that brings together tender salmon fillets and a luscious honey garlic butter sauce. In under 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality entrée that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The sweet and savory flavors meld beautifully, while the vibrant colors and enticing aromas invite everyone to the table. Serve it with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete meal that will delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper. Place the salmon fillets in the dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in honey and lemon juice until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the salmon in the honey garlic mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Pair with steamed asparagus or quinoa for a balanced meal. - You can substitute maple syrup for honey if you prefer a different sweetness.