Garlic Lemon Butter Salmon
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Garlic Lemon Butter Salmon, a simple yet elegant dish that brings fresh salmon fillets to life with a luscious garlic lemon butter sauce. Perfectly seared and topped with zesty brightness, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Experience a mouthwatering blend of rich butter and tangy lemon that will impress your family and friends at every meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season the salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the salmon skin-side down in the skillet; cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the fillets gently and add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add butter and allow it to melt, then squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
- Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using herbs like dill or tarragon. - Swap butter for olive oil for a lighter option. - Serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad.