Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon
This Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick and delicious dish that brings together tender salmon fillets with a zesty and savory butter sauce. Perfectly cooked in the oven, it’s a delightful meal that can be enjoyed for dinner or a special occasion.
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 Small saucepan
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Aluminum foil optional
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon, about 6 ounces each
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lemons juice of
- 1 lemon zest of
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish, skin-side down.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing well to combine. Remove from heat.
- Pour the lemon garlic butter mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the salmon garnished with chopped parsley and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture. Consider serving this dish with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad to complete your meal. Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.