Description
A simple, elegant baked salmon recipe made with garlic, lemon juice, butter, and fresh herbs. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s healthy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
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4 salmon fillets, skin removed (about 24 oz / 680g)
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2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 cup (60ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons dried)
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried)
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1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Optional: 4 lemon slices and extra herbs, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, foil, or a silicone mat. If using foil, brush lightly with olive oil.
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Arrange salmon fillets evenly on the pan.
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In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper.
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Spoon mixture evenly over salmon fillets. Top each with a lemon slice if desired.
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Bake for 15–20 minutes, depending on salmon thickness. Fish is done when it flakes easily and reaches an internal temp of 145°F (63°C).
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Serve warm.
Notes
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For dairy-free, substitute butter with more olive oil or plant-based butter.
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Fresh herbs deliver the best flavor, but dried herbs work in a pinch—use 1/3 the amount.
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This dish pairs well with roasted veggies, rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon
- Calories: 683 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 373.2 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2.4 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 79 g
- Cholesterol: 233.1 mg