Description
Garlic butter salmon is a delectable dish that combines the rich flavors of buttery garlic sauce with succulent salmon fillets. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its vibrant colors and enticing aroma, it’s sure to impress your guests or family. Enjoy this culinary delight paired with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal that brings warmth and comfort to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the salmon fillets, seasoning both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy, then add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then place salmon skin-side down. Cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy; flip gently.
- Pour garlic butter over the fillets, squeeze lemon juice on top, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until done.
- Garnish with chopped herbs and serve hot alongside vegetables or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 396
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg