Garlic Butter Salmon: The Best Easy Weeknight Delight
A delicious and quick recipe for Garlic Butter Salmon that is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets salmon
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Mix in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter mixture over them.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice.
- Try adding other herbs like dill for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Salmon