Garlic Butter Baked Salmon Recipe: Easy Weeknight Delight
Enjoy a quick and delicious Garlic Butter Baked Salmon that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the salmon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle with additional herbs before serving.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter, Baked Salmon, Easy Recipe, Weeknight Dinner