Description
Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick and delicious seafood dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic, butter, and fresh herbs. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe results in tender, flaky salmon fillets that are sure to impress. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a full culinary experience that delights the senses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbling; add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and herbs.
- Place salmon in a baking dish; pour the garlic butter mixture over the fillets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 122 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: - For crispy skin, sear the salmon skin-side down in a pan before baking. - Feel free to substitute garlic with shallots or add lemon zest for extra brightness. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days; reheat gently in a pan.