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Garlic Lemon Butter Salmon Recipe is a must-try dish!

Light, flaky salmon fillets baked in a zesty garlic lemon butter sauce make this dish simple, elegant, and full of fresh flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Place salmon on the sheet. Mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, and zest. Brush over salmon.
  3. Season with salt and pepper. Bake 12–15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily.
  4. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.

Notes

  • Use wild-caught salmon for richer flavor
  • Add asparagus or green beans to the sheet for a full meal
  • Do not overbake to keep salmon moist

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