Description
A simple yet elegant baked salmon dish with a vibrant lemon garlic butter sauce that transforms weeknight dinners into cherished moments.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon slices, for garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour the lemon garlic butter sauce over the salmon fillets.
- Top with lemon slices and fresh parsley.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
Using parchment paper on your baking dish may help in easy cleanup. Marinating the salmon in lemon juice before cooking intensifies the flavor.