Baked Garlic Butter Salmon
A quick and healthy dinner option featuring salmon fillets baked in a rich garlic butter sauce.
Equipment
- oven
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- Small bowl
- Brush or spoon
Ingredients
- 4 fillets Salmon 6 oz each, fresh or thawed.
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Melted, adds richness.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced, for robust flavor.
- 1 Juice Lemon Freshly squeezed, brightens the dish.
- to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
- to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.
- as needed Lemon slices For serving.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the lined baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the garlic butter mixture.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon slices.
Notes
This dish is quick to prepare and can be customized with various herbs and spices.