Description
Tender, flaky salmon fillets baked in a rich garlic butter sauce infused with fresh herbs and zesty lemon. Quick, easy, and healthy meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet, spaced apart.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried thyme, and dried rosemary; cook 1 more minute.
- Remove from heat and pour garlic butter mixture evenly over salmon fillets.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from oven and let rest 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Substitute Italian seasoning for rosemary and thyme if desired.
- Add smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for a smoky heat twist.
- Use lime juice instead of lemon juice for a citrus variation.
- Fresh dill or basil can be added for extra herbal flavor.
- Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 2 days; reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
