Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon – Quick & Juicy Weeknight Delight

This Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick, flavorful dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

1 fillet Salmon Fillet Using skin-on helps retain moisture and flavor.
1 slice Lemon Fresh slices brighten the dish.

For the Butter Sauce

½ cup Unsalted Butter Melted butter adds richness.
3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice intensifies flavor.
2-3 tablespoons Honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
5 cloves Garlic Minced garlic for best flavor.

Seasoning

1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Flavor enhancement.
½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth and depth.

Garnish

2 teaspoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, optional for garnish.

Equipment

Sheet Pan
Oven
Microwave or stove
small bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather ingredients and equipment.
Place the salmon fillet skin-side down on the prepared foil-lined sheet pan.
Arrange the lemon slices evenly under the salmon.
Melt the unsalted butter and stir in lemon juice, honey, and minced garlic.
Pour the sauce over the salmon and season with salt and pepper.
Seal the foil around the salmon and bake for approximately 17 minutes.
Unseal the foil and broil the salmon for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic for the best flavor. Check salmon's internal temperature reaches 145°F.

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