Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon
Tender salmon fillets bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce, punctuated by a burst of bright lemony freshness, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Sauté the garlic in the melted butter for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Mix in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and remove from heat.
- Prepare a baking dish with salmon fillets and pour the garlic butter mixture over them.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
For optimal flavor, use fresh garlic. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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