Description
Tender and flaky Garlic Butter Salmon infused with a rich blend of melted butter, garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a healthy and flavorful meal in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless, about 6 oz each)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Lemon slices, for garnish
Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with foil or parchment paper.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared tray.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon or brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the salmon fillets.
- Top each fillet with a fresh lemon slice.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- For a crispier top, broil the salmon for 1-2 minutes at the end.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.
Notes
Add red pepper flakes to the butter mixture for a spicy kick.
Swap lemon zest for orange zest for a citrus twist.
Use thyme or basil instead of dill for a different herb flavor.
Grill the salmon wrapped in foil over medium heat for about 10 minutes as an alternative to baking.
Substitute olive oil for butter to make it dairy-free.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for about 10 minutes, covered with foil.
Flake cold leftovers into salads for a quick meal the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
