Description
Salmon Roasted in Butter is a simple yet elegant dish that perfectly marries the rich flavors of salmon with the decadence of melted butter and aromatic garlic. This recipe guarantees a flaky, tender fillet enhanced by zesty lemon juice, making it an ideal choice for both cozy weeknight dinners and impressive gatherings. With minimal prep time and versatile cooking methods, this dish is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the dish; generously season with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy, then stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Remove from heat; add lemon juice and optional white wine if desired.
- Pour the buttery mixture over the salmon fillets, ensuring even coverage.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg