Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
Honey-Lime Garlic Butter Baked Salmon is a delightful culinary experience that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. This dish features flaky salmon fillets drenched in a luscious honey-lime garlic butter sauce, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, guaranteed to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
- In a bowl, whisk melted butter, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the baking dish and drizzle half of the sauce over them.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over the top and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting honey with maple syrup or adding fresh herbs like dill. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat gently in the oven at 350°F.