Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

This easy-to-make Garlic Butter Baked Salmon highlights the natural taste of salmon with a savory garlic butter sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 fillets Salmon fillets Fresh salmon fillets preferred.
1/2 cup Butter Unsalted butter recommended.
4 cloves Garlic Minced.
2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
1 teaspoon Pepper To taste.
1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped, optional for garnish.

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle the garlic butter over the fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve with vegetables, rice, or salad for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.