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Garlic Salmon with Butter and Lemon

Garlic Salmon with Butter and Lemon: A 30-Minute Delight

Discover the exquisite Garlic Salmon with Butter and Lemon, a quick dinner option rich in flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Choose skin-on for added moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt according to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Garlic Butter Mixture
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or Canola Oil Butter Spread Olive oil is a healthier option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly chopped for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use fresh lemons.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Always use fresh for maximum flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Substitute with cilantro if desired.
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Green Beans Can substitute with asparagus or broccoli.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Grape tomatoes or bell peppers work too.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is a good alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with nonstick spray or parchment paper.
  2. Arrange the salmon fillets in the center of the baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
  3. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, garlic, lemon zest, parsley, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Spread the garlic butter mixture generously over the salmon fillets.
  5. Toss green beans and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper; arrange around the salmon.
  6. Drizzle lemon juice over the salmon and vegetables.
  7. Bake for 16-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 135-140°F.
  8. Let the salmon rest for 3 minutes; garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and watch the cooking time to avoid overcooking.

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