Description
A quick and delicious Garlic Butter Salmon recipe that combines rich flavors of salmon with garlic and buttery goodness, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and place them in the skillet.
- Cook the salmon for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the salmon during the last minute of cooking.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with roasted vegetables, a salad, or fluffy rice for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: salmon, garlic butter, quick meal, easy recipe, weeknight dinner