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Baked Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A quick and flavorful baked salmon recipe featuring lemon and garlic that brings joy to family dinners.


Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 1 lemon (for juice and slices)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)
  • Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, melt the butter and mix in the minced garlic and the juice of half a lemon.
  3. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the lemon garlic butter mixture over the salmon.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, and place lemon slices on top of the salmon.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

Notes

Let the salmon marinate in the garlic butter mixture for a short time before baking for enhanced flavors. Consider broiling for the last 1-2 minutes for a crispy top.