Classic Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon
This flavorful baked salmon is infused with lemon and garlic, topped with butter and fresh herbs for a delicious and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Salmon Fillets (about 2-3 fillets, skin-on or off)
- 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter (4 tbsp, melted)
- 3-4 cloves Fresh Garlic (minced)
- 1 large Fresh Lemon (half juiced, half sliced, plus zest if desired)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (or Dill, for garnish)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet, season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Mix melted butter with minced garlic and lemon juice, then pour over the salmon.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through.
- Garnish with sliced lemon and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of honey before baking.