Garlic Butter Lemon Salmon
A flavorful and easy-to-make garlic butter lemon salmon that is perfectly tender and infused with zesty citrus and savory garlic notes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Brush each fillet with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the garlic butter lemon mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete, healthy meal. Adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes can give it a nice spicy kick.
Find it online: https://justhealthybites.com/garlic-butter-lemon-salmon/