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Delicious Garlic Butter Salmon in Minutes

Delicious Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick and gourmet dish that elevates any weeknight dinner into a culinary delight. Imagine tender salmon fillets enveloped in rich garlic butter, creating a mouthwatering experience in just minutes. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself after a long day, with vibrant flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill or parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Pat the salmon dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Stir in lemon juice and mix well.
  5. For oven cooking: Place salmon in a baking dish, pour half of the garlic butter mixture over it, and bake for 12-15 minutes. For skillet cooking: Add oil to the skillet, pour half of the garlic butter over the salmon skin-side down, and cook for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Drizzle remaining garlic butter on top and garnish with dill or parsley before serving.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking/Skillet cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
  • Calories: 367
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 360mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - Swap garlic with ginger for a zesty twist. - Serve alongside steamed vegetables or on a bed of quinoa for a balanced meal. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.