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The most flavorful Garlic Butter Baked Salmon that is tender, flaky and coated in a rich garlicky sauce with lemon and Dijon. This simple healthy recipe easily comes together in under 20 minutes!
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Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

The most flavorful Garlic Butter Baked Salmon that is tender, flaky and coated in a rich garlicky sauce with lemon and Dijon. This simple healthy recipe easily comes together in under 20 minutes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 (6 oz) salmon filets
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice plus extra lemon slices for topping
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and let the salmon come to room temperature.
  • Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and arrange salmon filets skin side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil sprayed with nonstick spray. Generously season with salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl, melt butter and stir in minced garlic, lemon juice and Dijon mustard until all combined. Spoon or brush the mixture over top of each salmon filet so that each piece is completely covered. Top each filet with a slice of lemon.
  • Bake salmon for 12 to 15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1salmon filet | Calories: 374kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.6g | Protein: 31.5g | Fat: 26.1g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 111.6mg | Sodium: 427.8mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g