Description
This Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon is a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The combination of tangy lemon, savory garlic, and rich butter complements the tender salmon fillet beautifully. With minimal prep and cook time, you can have a flavorful and healthy dish on the table in no time.
Ingredients
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Salmon:
- 1.5 to 1.75 pounds skin-on salmon fillet
Lemon Butter Mixture:
- 1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons honey
- 5 cloves garlic, finely pressed or minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place the salmon on a sheet of foil, skin-side down.
- Prepare salmon: Nestle lemon slices underneath the salmon.
- Make butter mixture: Melt butter, then stir in lemon juice, honey, and garlic. Pour most of the mixture over the salmon.
- Season: Season salmon with salt and pepper.
- Seal: Seal the foil around the salmon and bake for 17 minutes.
- Broil: Open the foil, spoon reserved butter mixture on top, and broil for 5-10 minutes until golden.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Adjust broiling time based on personal preference and oven variance.
- Salmon can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
