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Garlic Butter Lemon Salmon

Garlic Butter Lemon Salmon: The Best Easy Recipe for Home Cooks

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This garlic butter lemon salmon recipe is a quick and easy dish perfect for any weeknight dinner. With its rich flavors and healthy ingredients, it's sure to be a hit with the whole family.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 fillets salmon
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
  3. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place salmon fillets in a baking dish and pour garlic butter sauce over them.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider marinating the salmon for 30 minutes prior to cooking.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg