Can I use frozen salmon for this recipe?

Absolutely! Just make sure to fully thaw the salmon and pat it dry before baking so it cooks evenly and the garlic butter sticks well.

How do I know when the salmon is done?

The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout. Overbaking dries it out, so check it around 12 minutes depending on thickness.

Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time?

You can prepare the garlic butter mixture ahead, but I recommend brushing it on and baking the salmon just before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter | Easy & Flavorful Dinner

Name: Easy Baked Salmon with Garlic Butter Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets; 2 tablespoons butter (melted); ½ tablespoon lemon juice; 3 garlic cloves (minced); Kosher salt (to taste); Freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 1 teaspoon finely chopped parsley; 1 teaspoon finely chopped dill; Lemon slices (for garnish)

Description

This Best Baked Salmon recipe delivers perfectly moist and flaky salmon fillets coated in a flavorful garlic butter sauce and baked to perfection in just 15 minutes. Easy to prepare and ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Salmon Fillets

4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets

Garlic Butter Sauce

2 tablespoons butter (melted)
½ tablespoon lemon juice
3 garlic cloves (minced)
Kosher salt (to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
1 teaspoon finely chopped parsley
1 teaspoon finely chopped dill
Lemon slices (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare the salmon: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and let the salmon fillets come to room temperature for 15 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Make the garlic butter sauce: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and lemon juice. Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish and brush the butter mixture evenly over the top of each fillet.
Season and bake: Sprinkle minced garlic, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper over the salmon. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish and serve: Remove the salmon from the oven, then sprinkle fresh chopped parsley and dill on top. Garnish with lemon slices before serving for an extra burst of freshness.

Notes

For best results, allow salmon to come to room temperature before baking to promote even cooking.
Use fresh herbs like parsley and dill to enhance flavor and presentation.
If lemon juice is unavailable, fresh lemon slices alone can add brightness when served.
To check for doneness, salmon should flake easily with a fork and be opaque throughout.
This recipe pairs well with steamed vegetables or a light salad.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 296 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 125 mg
Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 34 g
Cholesterol: 109 mg