Description
Baked salmon with lemon butter is a delectable dish that brings together tender, flaky salmon and a rich, zesty lemon butter sauce. This quick and easy recipe transforms any meal into a gourmet experience, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you’ll create an unforgettable flavor sensation that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the dish and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in lemon juice and parsley off the heat.
- Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the salmon fillets. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve warm, drizzling any remaining sauce over the fillets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Customize with herbs like dill for extra flavor. Pair with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.