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Oven Baked Garlic Butter Salmon

Oven Baked Garlic Butter Salmon

This Oven Baked Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon 6–8 oz each
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or foil
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Pat salmon dry with paper towels.
  3. In a bowl, mix salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Rub the mixture onto the salmon fillets.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter for about 20-30 seconds until fully melted. Stir in minced garlic and lemon juice, then let it sit for a minute to allow the flavors to infuse.
  5. Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet and evenly drizzle the garlic butter over the top.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.
  7. Optional: broil for 2 minutes for a golden, slightly crispy finish.
  8. Let the salmon rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh parsley to garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 20g

Notes

For optimal freshness, store any leftover salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to prevent drying out.

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