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baked salmon with lemon butter

Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter: Easy & Delicious Recipe

Discover my easy baked salmon recipe with garlic lemon butter. This dish is perfect for a quick dinner—pair it with roasted veggies or rice and enjoy!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz or 170 g each)
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried parsley, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Pour the lemon butter mixture over the salmon, ensuring they are well coated.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish with lemon slices before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, let the salmon marinate in the lemon butter mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve with seasonal roasted vegetables or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: baked salmon, lemon butter, easy recipe